SOLUTION: Valerie's monthly electric bill last year was $125. This year, her monthly electric bill is $150. What is the percent of increase from last year to this year?

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Question 181455: Valerie's monthly electric bill last year was $125. This year, her monthly electric bill is $150. What is the percent of increase from last year to this year?
Answer by josmiceli(19441) About Me  (Show Source):
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The increase is 150+-+125+=+25
The percent increase is:
25%2F125%2A100+=+20%