Question

A puppy weighed 27 lb. His weight increased by 233% by the time he was 1 year old.

How much did the puppy weigh when he was 1 year old?

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Answer 1

The puppy weighed 27 lb originally. That means 27 lb is 100% of his original weight.

Answer 2

so do i subtract or add a t the moment

Answer 3

dan815

Answer 4

Then the puppy gained 233% of its weight. That means the new weight is 100% + 233% = 333% of the original weight.

Answer 5

To find the new weight, find 333% of 27 lb.
Change 333% into a decimal, 333% = 3.33
Then multiply 3.33 by 27 lb to find your answer.

Answer 6

@mathstudent55 89.91

Answer 7

Correct.
The weight is 89.91 lb, which you can probably round off to 90 lb.