If the average grade of an English class rose from 70 to 85, what is the approximate percent increase?

The grade increased by 85 − 70 = 15 points. To find the percent increase, divide the increase by the original grade and multiply by 100: (15 ÷ 70) × 100 ≈ 21.4%, so the increase is approximately 21%.

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