The population of a country has been increasing for several decades. In 1990, the population was about 242 million people. In

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2014, the population was about 289 million people. Determine the percent increase in the country's population during this time period.

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Sveta_85 [38] · Answer 1 · 2022-03-20T23:33:06+03:00

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To calculate percentage increase. Subtract old and new value. Then divide answer by old value then multiply by 100:

289 -242 = 47

47÷ 242 × 100 = 19.4% (rounded to 2 s.f)

The population of a country has been increasing for several decades. In​ 1990, the population was about 242 million people. In​