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When Katy planted a large bush in her garden, it was 4 feet tall. Now it is 75% taller. How tall is the bush now?

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Answer:

3

Explanation:

So to answer this question we need to see what it is actually telling us and not telling us.

*4 feet tall

*75 percent taller

They aren't telling us how tall it is now.

To solve this problem, multiply 4x75%

That will give you 3.

The bush is 3 feet tall now.

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