Solve.A rectangular garden has vegetables planted in a 35-ft by 20-ft area. The vegetables are surrounded by a 2-ft border of flowers. By what percent is the area for planting vegetables increased if the 2-ft border of flowers is removed?
A. 34.8%
B. 11.9%
C. 33.7%
D. 13%
Answer: C
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