Price increased 12% then decreased 12%. Net change: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Price increased 12% then decreased 12%. Net change:

A. 1.44% decrease

B. 1.44% increase

C. No change

D. 2.4% decrease

Answer: Option A

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1.12×0.88 = 0.9856, 1.44% decrease.

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In an election, 75% cast votes. Winner got 52% of cast votes, won by 600. Total voters:

A. 20000

B. 15000

C. 24000

D. 18000

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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Cast votes C, margin 4%C = 600 → C=15000. Total T, 0.75T=15000 → T=20000.

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Convert the fraction 3/8 into a percentage.

A. 33.33%

B. 37.5%

C. 35%

D. 40%

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
(3 / 8) * 100% = 37.5%.

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A number is first increased by 20% and then decreased by 20%. What is the net percentage change in the number?

A. 4% increase

B. 4% decrease

C. 10% decrease

D. No change

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Let the number be 100. After 20% increase, it becomes 120. After 20% decrease, it becomes 120 * 0.8 = 96. Net change = 100 - 96 = 4% decrease.

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