If a number is increased by 10% and then decreased by 10%, what is the net change?
Answer
The correct answer is D: 1% decrease. After a 10% increase and then 10% decrease, net change = -10×10/100 = -1%, meaning a 1% decrease from the original.
A.No change
B.1% increase
C.0.5% decrease
D.1% decrease✓ Correct
Explanation
After a 10% increase and then 10% decrease, net change = -10×10/100 = -1%, meaning a 1% decrease from the original.
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