SOLUTION: A manufacturer of furniture increased its monthly output of 500 chairs by 20%. What is the amount of increase.

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Question 168571: A manufacturer of furniture increased its monthly output of 500 chairs by 20%. What is the amount of increase.
Answer by gonzo(654) About Me  (Show Source):
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.2 * 500 = 100
monthly increase = 100
100 / 500 = 1/5 = .2 * 100% = 20%
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