Question

What is the result when the number 8 is increased by 50%?

Answer 1

12

Explanation:

50% of 8 is 4.

8 increased by 4 is 12.

Answer 2

To increase the number 8 by 50%, we first calculate 50% of 8:

50% of 8 = 0.5 × 8 = 4

Then, we add this result to 8:

8 + 4 = 12

Therefore, the result when the number 8 is increased by 50% is 12.