Question

in february, rent increased from $875 to $915 per month. What is the percent of increase to the nearest percent?

should we like subtract 875 from 915 which gives us 40. and the set the equation
x% * 815 = 40

please help! i am stuck in this question!!!

Answer 1

x * 875 = 40
x = 40 / 875
x = 0.0457 = 5%

Answer 2

Thank You!

Answer 3

You're welcome.