Question

There were 140 members in a choir last year. The membership was increased by 15% this year. How many members are there this year?

Answer 1

161

Explanation:

To increase it by the percentage we can do the following formula

Total x (1+Percentage amount) = New Total

140 x (1+15%)

140 x (1+0.15)

140 x (1.15)

140 x 1.15 = 161

There are 161 members in the choir this year

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