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Last year, the number of students enrolled in a school was 847. If this number increases by 9% the next year, how many students will there be?

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Answer:

Original answer: 923.23

Can't have a fraction of a student, so I'd probably say 923

Explanation:

Initial students: 847

Interest: 9%

You want 109%

Multiply: 847(1.09)

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