Answer:
C. 35.42%
Explanation:
65 - 48 = 17
Since he grew 17 inches, you must figure out what percentage 17 is of 48.
17/48 = 1/100 (represents decimal)
Cross multiply: 17 ⋅ 100 = 1700 and 48 ⋅ 1 = 48
Divide: 1700/ 48
= 35.41666666666667
Round to the nearest hundredth:
= 35.42