Jessica was 44 inches at the beginning of 6th grade. At the end of 8th grade she was 62 inches. What was her percent increase?

Nelhage asked Jul 23, 2023

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Jessica was 44 inches at the beginning of 6th grade. At the end of 8th grade she was 62 inches. What was her

percent increase?

Nelhage asked Jul 23, 2023

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Answer:

40.91%

Explanation:

62 - 44 = 18

18/44 = 0.4091

0.4091*100 = 40.91%

Then the increase percent is:

40.91%

Kblau answered Jul 29, 2023

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