Question

In 2015, the Miami Dolphins sold 42,365 season tickets. In 2014 they sold 40,006 season tickets.

To the nearest whole percent, what was the percent of increase in
season tickets between 2014
and 2015?

Answer 1

The percent increase in season tickets between 2014 and 2015 for the Miami Dolphins is approximately 5.89%.

Step-by-step explanation:

To find the percent increase in season tickets, we need to compare the difference between the two values and determine what percentage of the original value it represents.

The increase in season tickets is given by: 42,365 - 40,006 = 2,359

To find the percentage increase, we divide the increase by the original value (40,006) and multiply by 100:

Percentage increase = (2,359 / 40,006) * 100

Using a calculator, we find that the percentage increase is approximately 5.89%.

Answer 2

Find the difference between the two years then divide that by the first year amount.

42,365 - 40,006 = 2,359

2,359 / 40,006 = 0.0589

Multiply by 100 to get the percent:

0.0589 x 100 = 5.89%

Rounded to nearest whole percent = 6%

Answer 6%