Question

Berry Delicious is a popular shop that sells chocolate-covered strawberries. Last year, the shop used 2,950 kilograms of strawberries to make its treats. This year, the shop used 3,894 kilograms. What is the percent of increase in the amount of strawberries used annually?

a. 25%

b. 30%

c. 32%

d. 35%

Answer 1

To calculate the percent increase in the amount of strawberries used annually, subtract the amount used last year from this year's amount, divide the difference by last year's amount, and multiply by 100.

Step-by-step explanation:

To calculate the percent of increase in the amount of strawberries used annually, we need to find the difference between the amount of strawberries used this year and last year, and then divide that difference by the amount of strawberries used last year. Finally, multiply the result by 100 to get the percentage.

First, we calculate the difference: 3,894 kg - 2,950 kg = 944 kg.

Next, we divide the difference by the amount used last year: 944 kg ÷ 2,950 kg ≈ 0.32.

Finally, multiply the result by 100: 0.32 × 100 = 32%.

Therefore, the percent increase in the amount of strawberries used annually is 32%.