Question

Andre's personal record for the long jump is 16 feet.

Then, he jumps 10% farther.
What is Andre's new personal record for the long jump?

Answer 1

17.6 feet

Explanation:

16*10%(or 0.10)= 1.6 feet which is 10% of his 16 foot jump

16+ the 10% increase of 1.6= 17.6 feet as his new record

Answer 2

Answer: 17.6

Explanation:

16*10/100

160/100

1.6+16

17.6