Question

a library normally collection $54 in fees a month but in March they collected $79.92 what is it the percent

Answer 1

• 148% of normal
• 48% above normal

Explanation:

The relationship between March fees and "normal" fees is ...

$79.92/$54 = 1.48 = 148%

March fees were 148% of normal fees, an increase of 48% above normal.

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Additional comment

To convert a number to a percentage, multiply it by 100%. Since 100% = 1, this does not change the value, it only changes the form.

1.48 × 100% = 148%