Violet was making $15 per hour. She just got a raise and now makes $16.50 per hour. What is the percent increase in her hourly wage?

Brad Hazelnut asked Mar 3, 2023

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Brad Hazelnut asked Mar 3, 2023

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Since 10% of 15 is 1.5 and 15+1.5=16.5 I think the percentage increase is 10%

Stuart Allen answered Mar 7, 2023

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