Question

Over time, the value of the property at 397 West Lake Street increased by 275%. If the initial value of the property was P, which expression represents the property’s current value?
A.
375P
B.
275P
C.
3.75P
D.
2.75P

Answer 1

Answer:

D. 2.75P

Step-by-step explanation:

275%=275/100=2.75

when we are finding the percentage of something, we multiply its decimal form by P (or whatever number you are trying to find the percentage of for example .8 time 100= 80)

275% of P= 2.75P