Question

question 5
2 pts
(03.02 mc)
the average electric usage for a certain month was 73 kwh per day. determine what the
average kwh per day usage will be if it is increased by 3.1%.
70.254 kwh
72.745 kwh
74.976 kwh
75.263 kwh

Explanation:

Step1: Calculate the increase amount

The increase amount is \(73\times3.1\%=73\times0.031 = 2.263\) kWh.

Step2: Calculate the new average usage

The new average usage is \(73 + 2.263=75.263\) kWh.

Answer:

75.263 kWh