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A number is first increased by 10% and then decreased by 10%. What is the net change?

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  • ANo change
  • B1% increase
  • C1% decrease
  • D2% decrease

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Net factor = , i.e. 99% of the original, a net decrease of 1%.
Answer: C) 1% decrease

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