Question

It is expected that gas prices will rise to be 142% of the current amount. If the current gas price is $4 per gallon, explain how to estimate the expected price of gas.

Answer 1

Answer:

142% is about 140%. Using the distributive property, 140%($4) = 100%($4) + 40%($4) = $4 + $1.60. So, the price of gas is expected to be about $5.60 per gallon

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Answer 2

Answer:

The estimated price of gas is $9.68 per gallon.

Explanation:

The current gas price is $4/gallon

Expected rise = 142% of the current amount = 142% of $4 = $(142/100)*4 = $5.68/gallon

Risen amount = (Current price) + (Expected rise in amount) = $4 + $5.68 = $9.68 per gallon.