If a number is increased by 13% and the

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Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

Numerical Ability

Topic

Percentages

Question:

If a number is increased by 13% and the resulting number is again increased by 13%, find the percentage of total increase ?

Options:

26.25%

27.69%

32.25%

26%

Correct Answer:

27.69%

Explanation:

Total effect after increase = 13% + 13% + $\frac{13× 13}{100}$%

= 26% + 1.69% ⇒ 27.69%