Arithmeticmedium · Past Paper
A number is increased by 25%. By what percent should it be decreased to get back original number?
A20%
B25%
C30%
D15%
✓ Correct Answer: A — 20%
Reduction % = [r/(100+r)] * 100 = [25/125] * 100 = 20%.
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