A number is increased by 40% and then decreased by 25%.what is the net percentage increase/decrease in the number?​

A number is increased by 40% and then decreased by 25%.what is the net percentage increase/decrease in the number?​

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  1. lets say 100 is increased by 40%

    = 100+ (40/100)×100

    = 140

    Now 25% is decreased from 140

    140- (25/100)× 140

    = 140-35

    = 105

    So 100 is changed into 105

    increased= 105-100= 5%

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