A number is decreased by 10% and then increased by 20%. The net change is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

A number is decreased by 10% and then increased by 20%. The net change is:
A. 8% increase
B. 12% increase
C. 6% increase
D. 10% increase
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
0.9 × 1.2 = 1.08, 8% increase.

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