5/100 = 0.05
500,000/0.5 = 100,000
The population of the town in 2005 will be 100,000.
Nick could use any of the questions above to help him understand the problem. The best one is probably <span>D. Can I write an equation to represent the problem situation because it helps him visualize the math word problem in easier terms.</span>
25×3=75
75+25=100
25 increased by 300% is 100