using the portion-rate-base formula how can I solve this problem? I am confused honestly, 1. A May 20, 2009, Noodles & Company press release mentions there are more than 205 locations in 18 states. If they expect to grow by 17% in 2009, what is the expected numbers of restaurants they plan to open?

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using the portion-rate-base formula how can I solve this problem?  I am confused honestly, 1.	A May 20, 2009, Noodles & Company press release mentions there are more than 205 locations in 18 states. If they expect to grow by 17% in 2009, what is the expected numbers of restaurants they plan to open?

anonymous · Answer

everytime I divide 17 into 205 i get a decimal fraction?