In 1980, the price of a certain antique car was 30 percent more than in 1975. In 1985 the price of the same car was 50 percent more than in 1980. The price of the car in 1985 is what percent greater than in 1975?

1 Answer
Nov 20, 2016

95%

Explanation:

Say, In 1975 cost of antique car was $100.

Then In 1980 cost has increased by 30%. so the cost of the same car will be = $100 + 30% of $100 = $130.

Further In 1985 cost has increased by 50%. So the cost of the same
car will be = $130 + 50% of $130 = $130 + $65 = $195

The price of the car has increased from 1975 to 1985 = $195 -$100 = $95 .
Hence %age of increasing = 95%