Answer:
260
Step-by-step explanation:
Let's call the number x.
When x is increased by 15% it is equal to 299. The number itself is 100%, so we should multiply x by 115%. Convert 115% to a decimal. Divide 115 by 100 or move the decimal place two spots to the right.
115/100= 1.15 or 115.0 --> 11.5 --> 1.15
When x and 1.15 are multiplied they should equal 229. Set up an equation.
1.15x=229
We want to solve for x. Therefore, we must isolate x on one side of the equation. x is being multiplied by 1.15 The inverse of multiplication is division. Divide both sides of the equation by 1.15
1.15x/1.15=229/1.15
x=229/1.15
x=260
When 260 is increased by 15% the result is 299.
