Question

In 1987 the average price of gasoline was $0.94. Today the price of gas is about $3.00. What is the percent increase from 1987 to today?

Answer 1

Answer:

219.15% (2DP)

Step-by-step explanation:

The difference between 0.94 and 3 is 2.06

Percentage change = (change in value/ original amount) X100.

(2.06/0.94) X 100

Which equals 219.15%

The price of gas has increased by 219.15%

Answer 2

Answer:

219.1% is the answer

Step-by-step explanation:

3.00-.94=2.06/.94=.2191&100=219.1% increase.

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