In 2000, the circulation of a local newspaper was 3,250. In 2001, its circulation was 3,640. In 2002, the circulation was 4,100. Find the percent of increase in the newspaper's circulation from 2000 to 2001 and from 2001 to 2002. Which period had the highest percent of increase, 2000 to 2001, or 2001 or 2002.
% increase: calculate the difference then divide that number by the original amount and multiply by 100.
In 2000 - 3250
In 2001 - 3640
3640 - 3250 = 390
(390/3250)*100 = 12%
2001 - 3640
2002 - 4100
4100 - 3640 = 460
(460/3640) * 100 = 12.6%
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