There was a population of 160 beavers in a National Park. After a year, the population increased by 45%. How many beavers are there in the park now?

Kuntal Gajjar asked Mar 7, 2023

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Answer:

232

Explanation:

→ Find the percentage multipier

( 100 + 45 )÷ 100 = 1.45

→ Multiply this by the original amount

1.45 × 160 = 232

Jason Bourne answered Mar 13, 2023

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