The side of a square is increased from 20cm to 21cm. Calculate the percentage increase in its area
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Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
old area = 202 = 400
new area = 212 = 441
% increase in area \(=\frac{41}{400}\times \frac{100}{1}\\
=10.25\%\)
old area = 202 = 400
new area = 212 = 441
% increase in area \(=\frac{41}{400}\times \frac{100}{1}\\
=10.25\%\)