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-The number of employees that work at a company has increased by 40% over the past year. This year there are 356 more employees with the company than last year. How many employees were there last year?
A)890 employees
B)14,240 employees
C)534 employees
D)8)9 employees

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The increase of 356 employees represents a 40% growth from last year. To find the original number of employees, divide the increase by the growth rate: 356 / 0.40 = 890 employees last year.

Solve. -The Number of Employees That Work at a Company Has