If the sides of a square are increased by 30%, find the % change in the area of the square.
A
Increased by 60%
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B
Decreased by 90%
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C
Increased by 69%
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D
Decreased by 70%
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Solution
The correct option is C Increased by 69% Let x=+30 (side of a square increased by 30%) y=+30 (side of another square increased by 30%) Net % change in area =(x+x+xy100)=30+30+900100=69%