Question

The price of a toy usually costing £50 is increased to £65. Work out the percentage increase.

Unfortunately the answer doesn't seem obvious to me. If i could have the answer as quickly as possible it would be very helpful. Thank you

Answer 1

30%

Explanation:

The percentage increase is calculated as

`(increase)/(original)` × 100%

increase = £65 - £50 = £15 , then

percent increase =
`(15)/(50)` × 100% = 15 × 2% = 30%

Answer 2

115%

Explanation:

115% percent increase in usual value, I may guess see other answrrs too