Arithmetichard · Past Paper
A number is increased by 10% and then reduced by 10%. The resulting number is how much percent of the original?
A99%
B100%
C101%
D90%
✓ Correct Answer: A — 99%
1.1 * 0.9 = 0.99 = 99%.
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