SOLUTION: A libary expansion begun in 2002 was expected to cost 127 million.by 2006 estimated cost was 41 million over budget. What % did the total cost increase?

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Question 834404: A libary expansion begun in 2002 was expected to cost 127 million.by 2006 estimated cost was 41 million over budget. What % did the total cost increase?
Answer by JulietG(1812) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Typical government project!
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The total spent is 127 + 41 (in millions) = 168
41/127 = 32.28%