Question

What is the percent increase in percent profit for company B from the year 2012 to 2013?

• A. 75
• B. 175
• C. 42.86
• D. Cannot be determined
• E. None of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is A 75

Profit for company B in year 2000 = 20
Profit for company B in year 2001 = 35
$\therefore$ Percentage increase $=\frac{35-20}{20}\times 100$
=75%