A factory produced 8,500 soccer balls last

year, and 9,265 this year. What was the

percent of increase in production?

A. 8.0%

B. 8.5%

C. 9.0%

D. 9.5%

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1 April, 13:24

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Janet Peck · Answer 1

9.0%

Explanation:

9,265/8,500=1.09

Thus, 9,265 is 109% of 8,500. This means a 9% increase from 8,500.

Check:

8,500*0.09=765

8,500+765=9,265

A factory produced 8,500 soccer balls lastyear, and 9,265 this year. What was thepercent of increase in production?A. 8.0%B. 8.5%C. 9.0%D. 9.5%