A number is increased by 50% and then decreased by 50%. The net change is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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A number is increased by 50% and then decreased by 50%. The net change is:

A. 50% decrease

B. 25% increase

C. 25% decrease

D. No change

Answer: Option C

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1.5 × 0.5 = 0.75, 25% decrease.

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