what is 28 members with 50% increase
50% is the same as 0.5.So, multiply 28 members by 0.5.28*0.5 = 14. Since this problem says it is an INCREASE of 50% we ADD that amount to the original amount. 28 + 14 = 42 members
multiply 28 times .50it should give you 14 and add that to the total which is42