Question

The smiths previously lived in a house that had 1450 sq ft of space. The sq ft of their new home is 3800 sq ft. What is the percent increase of their living space?

Answer 1

162.1%

Explanation:

Given that:

Size of previous living space = 1450 sq ft

Size of new living space = 3800 sq ft

% increase in living space ;

Increase in living space = 3800 - 1450 = 2350 sq feet

(Increase / previous size) * 100%

(2350 / 1450) * 100%

1.6206 * 100%

= 162.06%

= 162.1%