Solve the problem.
-Jennifer's annual salary increased from $28,000 to $49,000 over the last five years. Find the percent increase in her salary during this time period. Round to the nearest tenth of a percent.
A)42.9%
B)0.8%
C)7.5%
D)75.0%

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The percent increase in Jennifer's salary is calculated by the formula: [(New Salary - Old Salary) / Old Salary] * 100. So, [(49,000 - 28,000) / 28,000] * 100 = 75%.

Solve the Problem. -Jennifer's Annual Salary Increased from $28,000 to $49,000 Over the $49,000