First we need to subtract $5 from both sides. That gives us the new equation 1.50p = 9. Then, divide 9 by 1.5, which gives you the answer. 9/1.5 = 6.
To find the percent of increase take the difference of the two divided by the original. (62-55)/55 = .12727272727. So 13% if they want you to round to the nearest percent.
Answer:
$38.29
Step-by-step explanation:
