Question

In 1986​, the cost of tuition at a certain private high school was​ $4580. By 1989​, it had risen approximately 39​%. What was the approximate cost in 1989​?

Answer 1

The first cost = $ 4580
Percentage of increase = 4580 ×39/100
= 458 ×39/10
= 458 ×3.9 = 1786.2
now you will add them
4580 + 1786.2 = $6366.2

Answer 2

$4580.00*(1.39)=
$6366.20