Question

Laura checked her outdoor thermometer and noticed that the temperature rose from 31 degrees in the morning to 45 degrees in the afternoon. What is the approximate percent increase for the day so far

A.The percent increase is approximately 31%.

B.The percent increase is approximately 45%.

C.The percent increase is approximately 68%.

D.The percent increase is approximately 82%.

Answer 1

In order to solve this problem I divided 45/31, which is approximately 1.45, meaning a change of 0.45. I then converted this number to a percent: 45%. Therefore, the answer is B.

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