Question

Jack bought 52 bags of pellets last year. This year he increased that amount by 40%. How many bags of pellets did he buy this year?

Answer 1

He bought 73 bags of pellets this year.

Explanation:

Since this year the amount increased by 40%, we can say that it is 100% + 40% = 140% = 1.4 of lasts years amount.

Last years amount was of 52 bags.

So, this year:

52*1.4 = 73

He bought 73 bags of pellets this year.