If a number is increased by 25% and the resulting number is decreased by 25%, th

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If a number is increased by 25% and the resulting number is decreased by 25%, then the percentage increase or decrease finally is :

Options:

A . No change

B . Decreased by $$6\frac{1}{4}$$%

C . Increased by $$6\frac{1}{4}$$%

D . Increased by 6%

Answer: Option B

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