Solve the problem.
-Humanities majors spend an average of $120 per course on books. Mathematics majors spend an average of $85 Per course on books. To the nearest percent, the book cost for humanities majors is what percent of the book cost
For mathematics majors?
A)29%
B)141%
C)71%
D)41%

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

To find the percentage of the book cost for humanities majors relative to mathematics majors, divide the average cost for humanities majors by the average cost for mathematics majors and then multiply by 100. That is, $\frac{120}{85} \times 100 \approx 141\%$.

Solve the Problem. -Humanities Majors Spend an Average of $120 Per Course on Per