Question

Maths the basics worksheet L2 Chapters1-7

Answer 1

Yes, the journalist is Correct.

Using the percentage change formula given;

Amount spent in 2011 - Amount Spent in 2008

• 31701 - 36838 = -5137

Amount spent in 2008 = 31701

Percentage change = (-5137 / 36838) × 100%

= -0.1394 × 100%

= -13.94% ≈ 14%

Yes, the journalist is correct