Jerry grew 5 inches in 2003, and 2 inches more in 2004 before reaching his final height of 5 feet 10 inches . what percentage of his final height did his 2003-2004 growth represent?

Answer 1

His total 2003-2004 growth amounts to 5+2 = 7in.

Convert his final height of 5ft 10in to inches. 5*12 + 10 = 70in.

Now divide his 2003-2004 growth by his final height in inches: 7 / 70 = .1, or 10%.

Answer 2

He grew 7 inches in those two years.

His final height is 70 inches.

7/70 = 0.1 = 10%