Question

Ms. Smith had $50. He found a $5 bill. What is the percent change in his money?

Answer 1

Answer: Her balance (of money) increased by 10%.
Explanation: She started off with $50. 10% of 50 is 5, so her balance increased by 10%.

Answer 2

10%

Explanation:

a simple way to put it is 50 * 2 is 100, 5 * 2 is 10, so 10/100 is 10%