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Problem
In 
Tycoon Tammy invested 
dollars for two years. During the the first year
her investment suffered a 
loss, but during the second year the remaining
investment showed a 
gain. Over the two-year period, what was the change
in Tammy's investment?
Solution
After the 
loss, Tammy has 
dollars. After the 
gain, she has 
dollars. This is an increase in 
dollars from her original dollars, a 
.
See Also
| 2008 AMC 8 (Problems • Answer Key • Resources) | ||
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