Arithmeticmedium · Past Paper
If a number is increased by 20% and then reduced by 20%, the resulting number is how much less than the original?
A0%
B2%
C4%
D5%
✓ Correct Answer: C — 4%
Net change = 20 - 20 - (20*20)/100 = -4%. It is 4% less.
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