In Miami, the number of highway accidents increased by 20% over a four year period. How many accidents were there in 2013 if there were 5,120 in 2009?



Answer :

There were 6144 accidents.

Explanation:
The number of accidents increased by 20% over a four-year period.

We know there were 5120 accidents in 2009; to find the number four years later, in 2013, we take 100%+20%, or 120%, of this number:
5120*1.2=6144.

Answer:

6144

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