Question

Deb is searching online for airline tickets. Two weeks​ ago, the cost to fly from Denver to Hartford was ​$250. Now the cost is ​$355. What is the percent​ increase? What would be the percent increase if the airline charges an additional​ $50 baggage fee with the new ticket​ price?

Answer 1

1/ 42% increased

2/ 62%

Explanation:

Let's find the answer to the first question

Take 355 divided by 250, then times 100% = 142%

142% - 100% = 42% increase

So the percent increase is 42%

Now let's find the answer to the second question

First, find the total cost by 355 + 50 = $405

Take 405 divided by 250, then times 100% = 162%

162% - 100% = 62%

It increases by 62% if the airline charges ann additional $50 baggage fee!