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The side of the square is increased by 20% then what is the % change in its area?1. 54%2. 34%3. 52%4. 44% |
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Answer» Correct Answer - Option 4 : 44% Given: Increase in side = 20% Formula used: Area of the square = side2 Concept used: All the sides of the square is equal Calculation: Let the side of the square be l Area of the square = l2 After 20% increase, Side of the square = l + 20% of l = 1.2 l New area of the square = (1.2 l)2 = 1.44 l2 Increase in the area of the square = 1.44 l2– l2 = 0.44 l2 Percentage increase in the area = (0.44 l2)/l2 × 100 = 44% ∴ The % increase in the area is 44% |
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