SOLUTION: Last year, maria earned $399 per week. this year, her salary increased to $418 per week. what is the percent of increase?

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Question 1128585: Last year, maria earned $399 per week. this year, her salary increased to $418 per week. what is the percent of increase?
Answer by ikleyn(52803) About Me  (Show Source):
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Percent of increase = %28%28418-399%29%2F399%29%2A100 = 4.76%.


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