If x is 12 percent greater than 70, then x = Choose the correct choice from the following options
A) 78.4
B) 91.0
C) 88.0
D) 70.4
E) 71.2

Rationale: "12 % of 70 = ( 70 * 0.11 ) = 8.4 12 % greater than 70 = 70 + 8.4 = 78.4 answer is clearly a ."
Answer: A