Which of the following does not satisfy the equation x-2=3.5

The average hourly earnings for a construction worker is projected to be $24.50 in 2012. jason wants to join the construction work force after he graduates in 2012. his friend tells him that average hourly earnings for construction workers will rise by 2% from 2009 to 2012. based on the data below, assuming that the projected hourly earnings are correct, is jason’s friend’s statement accurate? construction industry - average hourly earnings, 2000-2009 a. his friend’s statement is accurate. the average hourly earnings will increase by 2%. b. his friend’s statement is not accurate. the percent increase will be more than 2% c. his friend’s statement is not accurate. the percent increase will be less than 2% d. his friend’s statement is not accurate. the average hourly earnings will decrease

The jewelry store is having a sale. necklaces that were regularly priced at $23.50 are on sale for $18.80. what is the percentage of decrease in the price of necklaces?

Li buys supplies so he can make and sell key chains. he begins to make a profit only after he sells 4 key chains. what point on the graph makes the most sense in this situation?