Question

To increase a number by 4.6%, what single multiplier would you use

Answer 1

Let's assume the number you want to increase by 4.6% is x
x + 4.6/100*x(increment)

x(4.6/100 + 1)

x( 104.6/100)

x(1.046)

So the single multiplier you'll use is 1.046....