In 1895 the population of a small town was 2120.
By 1905 the population increased to 115% of the 1895 figure.
What is the population in 1905
To find the population in 1905, we need to calculate 115% of the population in 1895.
115% of a number is found by multiplying the number by (115/100).
115/100 = 1.15
Calculating the population in 1905:
Population in 1905 = 2120 * 1.15 = 2438
Therefore, the population in 1905 is 2438.