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Answer: CSet 5: Percentages (Intermediate)
Explanation
PROBLEM
A price of $90 increases by 50%. What is the new price?
A price of $90 increases by 50%. What is the new price?
A.
140
B.
125
C.✓ Correct
135
D.
145
Detailed Explanation
Choice C is the best answer. Increase = 50% of 90 = 45. New price = 90 + 45 = $135
Why others are wrong:
A: 140 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
B: 125 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
D: 145 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.