Definition: In this task, you need to answer the given multiple-choice question on the general math. Classify your answers into 'a', 'b', 'c', 'd', and 'e'.
Input: Problem: a certain pair of used shoes can be repaired for $ 10.50 and will last for 1 year . a pair of the same kind of shoes can be purchased new for $ 30.00 and will last for 2 years . the average cost per year of the new shoes is what percent greater than the cost of repairing the used shoes ?
Options: a ) 42.85 , b ) 44 , c ) 48 , d ) 38 , e ) 40
Output:
a