Question

The number of dragons in Westeros rose by a shocking 15% this year. If there were 300 dragons last year, how many are there this year?

a) 345
b) 315
c) 3450
d) 322.5

Answer 1

To calculate the new number of dragons after a 15% increase from 300, multiply 300 by 0.15 to find the increase (45), then add it to the original number (300) to get the new total (345).

Step-by-step explanation:

The question asks us to calculate the new number of dragons in Westeros after an increase of 15% from the previous year. Starting with 300 dragons last year, to find the new number, we calculate 15% of 300 and add it to the original 300.

First, find 15% of 300:

1. Convert 15% to a decimal by dividing by 100: 15 ÷ 100 = 0.15.
2. Multiply the decimal by the original number of dragons: 0.15 × 300 = 45.

Add the increase to the original number:

• 300 + 45 = 345 dragons.

Therefore, the new number of dragons in Westeros this year is 345.