Percentages are ratios of an amount compared to 100. The percent change of an old to new value is equal to 100% x \({ new - old \over old }\).
A circular logo is enlarged to fit the lid of a jar. The new diameter is 60% larger than the original. By what percentage has the area of the logo increased?
25% | |
37\(\frac{1}{2}\)% | |
32\(\frac{1}{2}\)% | |
30% |