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Meenu’s salary was increased by 25% and subsequently decreased by 25%. How much percent does she lose/gain?

A4.45 % loss

B6.25 % gain

C6.25 % loss

D4.45 % gain

Answer:

C. 6.25 % loss

Read Explanation:

initial salary = 100x Salary after 25% increment = 100x × 125/100 = 125x Salary after 25% decrement = 125x × 75/100 = 93.75x Net decrease = 100x - 93.75x = 6.25x Percentage decrease = (6.25x/100x) × 100 = 6.25%


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