Question

Last year, about 2,400 people participated in a local event. This year, about 3,200 people participated. What was the approximate percent increase in participation?

Answer 1

Answer:

≅ 33.33%

Step-by-step explanation:

Last year: 2400

This year: 3200

Increase = 3200 - 2400 = 800

Percent increase in participation = $\frac{800}{2400}*100$ = 33.33%