Mathematics & Arithmetic
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Arithmetic · MediumQuestion

A price is increased by 20% and then decreased by 20%. What is the net change?

  • A. No change
  • B. 4% loss
  • C. 4% gain
  • D. 2% loss

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ArithmeticAnswer
Correct answer
B. 4% loss

When a price is increased by 20% and then decreased by 20%, the net effect is a 4% loss due to the compounding effect.

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