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in town A , the population increased from 2000 to 2400 in 2 years. In town B, the population increased from 1800 to 2300 during the same time period. In which town is the percentage increase in population greater?​

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Answer: Town B

Explanation:

Town A -

2400 - 2000 = 400

percentage increase = 400/2000x100

= 20 %

Town B -

2300 - 1800 = 500

percentage increase = 500/1800x100

= 27. 78 %

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