We know that
• Maria was getting 24 mpg (miles per gallon).
,• Her mileage would increase by 8% with the new tires.
First, we find 8% of 24 mpg, remember that 0.08 is equivalent to 8%.
[tex]0.08\cdot24=1.92[/tex]Second, add the 8% calculated to the mileage.
[tex]24+1.92=25.92[/tex]