The price of an article is first increased by 25% and then decreased by 25%. What is the net percentage…

Percentage · Quantitative Aptitude · Medium · Practice for SSC CGL Tier 1

The price of an article is first increased by 25% and then decreased by 25%. What is the net percentage change in its price?

  1. 1% increase
  2. 6.25% decrease
  3. 8.25% decrease
  4. 5% increase
Answer and solution

Correct answer: B) 6.25% decrease

Net change = 25 − 25 − (25 × 25)/100 = -6.25%, i.e. a 6.25% decrease.

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