SOLUTION: 6. In March, plant with two inches tall. In April 4.5 inches tall. Is the percent increase in height from March to May?

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Question 1020420: 6. In March, plant with two inches tall. In April 4.5 inches tall. Is the percent increase in height from March to May?

Answer by Cromlix(4381)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Hi there,
Original height = 2 inches
Next height = 4.5 inches
Difference = 2.5 inches
2.5/2 x 100 = 125%
Hope this helps:-)

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