Question

the next model of a sport car will cost 14.9% more than the current model. The current costs $52,000. how much will the price increase in dollars ? what will be the price of the next model

Answer 1

what will be the price of the next model= 59,748

Explanation:

7748 is 14.9% of 52000

Solution:

What is 14.9% of 52000?

Y is 14.9% of 52000

Equation: Y = P% * X

Solving our equation for Y

Y = P% * X

Y = 14.9% * 52000

Converting percent to decimal:

p = 14.9%/100 = 0.149

Y = 0.149 * 52000

Y = 7748

To find the price for the next model

7748 + 52000

=> 59,748