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The price of a commodity is increased by 25%, then decreased by 20%. What…
The price of a commodity is increased by 25%, then decreased by 20%. What will be the net percentage change in the price?
1. A5% increase
2. B10% increase
3. C5% decrease
4. DNo change
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D
Take the price as 100. A 25% rise gives 125, and a 20% fall on 125 is 25, leaving 100. The price returns to its original value, so there's no net change.
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