SOLUTION: The Nys had eight grandchildren in 2002. In 2003, they had 12 grandchildren. Find the percent increase in the number of grandchildren from 2002 to 2003.

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Question 89105: The Nys had eight grandchildren in 2002. In 2003, they had 12 grandchildren. Find the percent increase in the number of grandchildren from 2002 to 2003.
Answer by josmiceli(19441) About Me  (Show Source):
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The question asks "How much is the increase compared to what they
started with?
(2003 grandchildren)/(2002 grandchildren) = % increase
12%2F8+=+1.5
1.50 = 150% increase answer