Solve the Problem. -Steve Is 21% Taller Than Andy but Proportioned in Exactly

question 117

Multiple Choice

Solve the problem.
-Steve is 21% taller than Andy but proportioned in exactly the same way. If Andy's waist is 44 inches, what is Steve's waist?

• A)58 in.
• B)53 in.
• C)55 in.
• D)51 in.

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