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The size of a quantity first doubles and then increases by a further 16%. After a short ...

The size of a quantity first doubles and then increases by a further 16%. After a short time its size decreases by 16%. What is the net increases in size of the quantity?
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  • A \(\frac{59300}{625}\)
  • B \(\frac{50900}{625}\)
  • C 200%
  • D +100%
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
Let x rept. the size of the quantity
2x + \(\frac{116}{100}\) x \(\frac{-84}{100}\)
= 200%

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