alleryCorresponding lengths of a shape rise by 20% uniformly. Its area rises by
A120%
B40%
C44%
D20%
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. 44%
The linear factor 1.2 gives area factor 1.2²=1.44, an increase of 44%.
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