In 1970 there were 8,902 women stockbrokers in the United States. By 1978 the number had increased to 21,947. Approximately what was the percent increase?
Options.
A) 45% B) 125% C) 147% D) 150% E) 225%
The percent increase is (21947-8902)/8902=13045/8902=1.47   So the approximate answer is 147%
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In 1970 there were 8,902 women stockbrokers in the United States. By 1978 the number had increased to 21,947. Approximately what was the percent increase?