In 1895, the first U.S. Open Golf Championship was held. The winner’s prize money was $150. In 2016, the winner’s check was $1.3 million. What was the percentage increase per year in the winner’s check over this period?

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In 1895, the first U.S. Open Golf Championship was held. The winner’s prize money was $150. In 2016, the winner’s check was $1.3 million.
What was the percentage increase per year in the winner’s check over this period?

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