A certain company’s profit in 1996 was 25 percent greater than its profit in 1995, and its profit ...

A certain company’s profit in 1996 was 25 percent greater than its profit in 1995, and its profit in 1997 was 30 percent greater than its profit in 1996. The company’s profit in 1997 was what percent greater than its profit in 1995?

Quiz

Answer/Solution

62.5%

Steps/Work

Profit in 1995 - 100
Profit in 1996 - 125
%increae Profit in 1997 in comparison to 1995 = 25 + 125*30%= 62.5
Correct Option : B