In 2000, the circulation of a local newspaper was 3,250. In 2001, i'ts circulation was 3,640. In 2002, the circulation was 4,100.

a. Find the percent of increase in the newspaper's circulation from 2000 to 2001 and from 2001 to 2002.
b. Which period had a higher percent of increase, 2000 to 2001, or 2001 to 2002?

Question

In 2000, the circulation of a local newspaper was 3,250. In 2001, i'ts circulation was 3,640. In 2002, the circulation was 4,100. 

a. Find the percent of increase in the newspaper's circulation from 2000 to 2001 and from 2001 to 2002.
b. Which period had a higher percent of increase, 2000 to 2001, or 2001 to 2002?

ranga · Answer

In 2000 - circulation is 3250
In 2001 - circulation is 3640
Percent increase = Actual increase / original circulation * 100
                         = (3640 - 3250) / 3250 * 100 = ?