Question

Jamal, an NFL running back, rushed for an average of 120 yards per game last season. This season, his average is 168 yards per game. What is the percent of increase in Jamal's average?____%

Answer 1

Answer: 40

Explanation:

168 - 120 = 48

40% of 120 = 48

Therefore, a 40% increase is the correct answer.

Answer 2

40%

Explanation:

168/120=1.4

1=original

.4=increase

.4---Percent =

.4x100

=40%