Arithmeticmedium · Past Paper
If the radius of a circle is increased by 50%, what is the percentage increase in its area?
A50%
B100%
C125%
D150%
✓ Correct Answer: C — 125%
Area is proportional to r^2. New area factor = (1.5)^2 = 2.25. Increase = 2.25 - 1 = 1.25 = 125%.
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