The population of Town A was 12,979 people in 2010. When measured again in 2020, the population was 18,560. What was the percent of change in population to the nearest whole percentage point? (1 point)
43% increase
57% increase
68% increase
75% increase
To find the percent of change, we need to calculate the difference between the two populations, divide it by the initial population, and then multiply by 100 to express it as a percentage.
The difference in population is: 18,560 - 12,979 = 5,581
The percent of change is therefore: (5,581 / 12,979) * 100 = 42.99 ā 43%
Therefore, the percent of change in population to the nearest whole percentage point is a 43% increase.
Answer: 43% increase.