The population of a town increased from 3550 in 2005 to 4400 in 2009. Find the absolute and relative (percent) increase.
The population of a town increased from 3550 in 2005 to 4400 in 2009.
Find the absolute and relative (percent) increase.
Absolute increase 4400 – 3550 = 850
Relative increase 850 / 3550 = 0.239 = 23.9%
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