Solve the problem.
-During one year, the Cheung's real estate bill included $\$ 229$ for county services. Of this amount, $\$$ 98 went to the highway department. What percent did the county highway department receive? Round your answer to two decimal places.
A) $57.21 \%$
B) $13.10 \%$
C) $42.79 \%$
D) $42.36 \%$

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

To find the percentage that went to the highway department, divide the amount that went to the highway department (\$98) by the total bill for county services (\$229) and then multiply by 100. $ \frac{98}{229} \times 100 \approx 42.79\%$.

Solve the Problem $229\$ 229$229 For County Services $\$$ 98 Went to the Highway Department

Solve the Problem $\$ 229$ For County Services $\$$ 98 Went to the Highway Department