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A number is first increased by 20% and then decreased by 20%. The new number is what percentage of the original number?

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A number is first increased by 20% and then decreased by 20%. The new number is what percentage of the original number?

  • A100%
  • B98%
  • C96%
  • D104%
Correct answer: C

Explanation

The new value is 1.2 × 0.8 = 0.96 of the original, i.e. 96%.

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