Question

Sofia got a raise, from an annual salary of $43,000 to $44,505. what percent was her raise?

A. 10.35%
B. 3.3%
C. 3.5%
D. 34%

Answer 1

c) 3.5%

Explanation:

First, determine the difference between their old and new salary:

$44,505 – $43,000 = $1,505

Next, divide the raise amount by the old salary:

$1,505 / $43,000 = . 035

To turn the decimal into a percentage, multiply by 100

0.35x100=3.5%