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Question 500548: This is a word problem from my text book(word for word) I am having problems solving. I have tried to subtract the two numbers, but I know that doesn't sound right. Here it is:
Bowling centers in the United States made $2,800,000,000 in 1990. Their receipts in 1998 were $2,764,000,000. What was the average change in revenue for each of these 8 years?

Answer by chessace(471) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
You are half way there.
After subtract, divide by 8