Question

The price of petrol is increased from R12,58 per litre to R13,28 per litre. determine the percentage increase in the price

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Answer 1

5.56%

Explanation:

We know

The price of petrol is increased from R12.58 per liter to R13.28 per liter.

Determine the percentage increase in the price.

We take

13.28 - 12.58 = R 0.70

0.70 divided by 12.58, times 100 = 5.56%

So, the percentage increase in price is 5.56%