CSATPercentage, Profit & LossPercentage Arithmetic2021

If the price of an article is decreased by 20% and then the new price is increased by 25%, then what is the net change in the price ?

A

0%

B

5% increase

C

5% decrease

D

Cannot be determined due to insufficient data

Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation

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