Write and solve an equation to find the percent increase or decrease. Round your answer to the nearest tenth of a percent, if necessary.A garden has vegetables planted in a 38-ft by 23-ft area. The vegetables are surrounded by a 
border of flowers. By what percent is the area for planting vegetables increased if the 
border of flowers is removed?
A. 11.5%
B. 15.5%
C. 12.6%
D. 14.4%
Answer: D
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horizontal right circular cylindrical tank. If the density of the oil is 
, how much force does the oil exert on each end of the tank when the tank is half full?
A. 19,440 lb B. 12,960 lb C. 4320 lb D. 8640 lb
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Subtract. Write a mixed numeral for the answer.
A. 18
B. 19
C. 6
D. 6
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Identify the number as prime, composite, or neither.1
A. Neither B. Prime C. Composite
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Write the word phrase in symbols, using x as the variable.8 times a number
A. 8 + x
B. 8 - x
C. 
D. 8x
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