alleryPrices rise 20% and then another 30% on the new price. What is the net rise?
A50%
B54%
C60%
D56%
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. 56%
The factor is 1.2 times 1.3, which is 1.56, so the net rise is 56 percent.
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