Question

The population of a town went from 100000 to 137000 in 5 years. What was the percent increase in the town's population over that time?

Answer 1

Answer: 37%

Explanation:

Initial Population = 100,000

Population after 5 years = 137,000

Population increase = 137,000 - 100,000

= 37,000

Therefore % increase = 37,000/100,000 x 100

= 37%