Question

The population of a town went from 100000 to 137000 in 5 years. What was the percent increase in the town's population over that time?

Answer 1

Answer: 37%

Step-by-step explanation:

Initial Population                                        = 100,000

 Population after 5 years                            = 137,000

Population increase                                    = 137,000 - 100,000

                                                                     = 37,000

Therefore % increase                                  = 37,000/100,000 x 100

                                                                     = 37%