alleryA value rises 25%. What percent fall brings it back to the original value?
- 16 2/3%
- 25%
- 20%
- 30%
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Correct answer: C. 20%
From 100 to 125 and back to 100 needs a fall of 25 on 125, which is 20 percent.
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Prices rise 20% and then another 30% on the new price. What is the net rise?
- 50%
- 54%
- 60%
- 56%
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Correct answer: D. 56%
The factor is 1.2 times 1.3, which is 1.56, so the net rise is 56 percent.
A rate goes up 25% and then down 20%. What is the net change?
- No change
- 5% fall
- 5% rise
- 1% fall
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Correct answer: A. No change
The factor is 1.25 times 0.8, which equals exactly 1, so nothing changes.
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