Question

Deb is searching online for airline tickets. Two weeks​ ago, the cost to fly from Hartford to Boston was ​$225. Now the cost is ​$300. What is the percent​ increase? What would be the percent increase if the airline charges an additional​ $50 baggage fee with the new ticket​ price?

Answer 1

Answer:
The percent increase for airfares from Hartford to Boston is:

(300 - 225)/225 * 100% = 33.333%

If the airline charges an additional $50 baggage fee with the new ticket price, the percent increase from 300 to 350 is:

(350 - 300)/300 *100% = 16.67%