Question

In 2017, the membership fee for a sports club was $72. The price was increased 9% in 2018. What was the fee in 2018?

a) $78.48
b) $79.00
c) $72.00
d) $64.08

Answer 1

The membership fee for the sports club in 2018, after a 9% increase, was $78.48.

Step-by-step explanation:

The 2017 sports club membership fee was $72, and it was increased by 9% in 2018. To find the fee in 2018, you calculate 9% of $72 and add it to the original fee. A 9% increase on $72 is $6.48 (0.09 x $72), so the new fee is $72 + $6.48, which equals $78.48.