In 1895, the first Putting Green Championship was held. The winners prize money was $190. In 2016, the winners check was $1,490,000.

What was the percentage increase per year in the winners check over this period? (Do not round intermediate calculations. Enter your answer as a percent rounded to 2 decimal places, e.g., 32.16.)

a. Increase per year___%

If the winners prize increases at the same rate, what will it be in 2044? (Do not round intermediate calculations. Round your answer to 2 decimal places, e.g., 32.16.)

b. Winner's prize in 2044 ____