general math MCQ #73

If the length of a rectangle is increased by 20% and it's breadth is decreased by 20% then it area________?

general math MCQ #73

  1. Question 1

    Q1. If the length of a rectangle is increased by 20% and it's breadth is decreased by 20% then it area________?

    • A) Increased by 4%
    • B) Decreased by 4%
    • C) Decreased by 1%
    • D) Remains unchanged

    Answer: Decreased by 4%

    Explanation: New area = original × 1.20 × 0.80 = 0.96 × original; this is a 4% decrease.