Question 1203433
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To increase by 35%, we use the multiplier 1.35


Think of it as 100% + 35% = 1.00 + 0.35 = 1.35


Therefore, sales in 2018 were 1.35*550000 = <font color=red>$742,500</font>


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The slightly longer way is to have these calculations:
35% of 550,000 = 0.35*550000 = 192500
550000 + 192500 = <font color=red>$742,500</font>



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Answer: <font color=red>$742,500</font>
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