Radius of a circle increased by 100%. Percentage increase in area: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Radius of a circle increased by 100%. Percentage increase in area:
A. 200%
B. 300%
C. 100%
D. 400%
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Area proportional to radius². New radius 2r, area 4 times, increase = 300%.

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A student scored 42% marks and failed by 12 marks. Another student scored 58% marks and got 20 marks more than the passing marks. Find the maximum marks.
A. 160
B. 200
C. 220
D. 180

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
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A. 25:28
B. 5:7
C. 5:6
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Correct Answer: Option A


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