Arithmetic Ability
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Q.

A number is increased by 20% and then decreased by 20%, the final value of the number is ?

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Correct choice: C

Explanation:

Here, x = 20 and y = - 20 Therefore, the net % change in value =x + y + xy100 % = 20 + (−20) + 20 × −20100 % or - 4% Since the sign is negative, there is a decrease in value by 4%.
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