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When the number 42 is misread as 24, what is the percentage error?

A28%

B18%

C42.86%

D55.34%

Answer:

C. 42.86%

Read Explanation:

Correct number = 42 and Incorrect number = 24 Error = 42-24 = 18 Error percentage = (18/42) x 100 = 42.86%


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