Mathematics
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Medium
Question
The length of a rectangular plot is increased by 25%. To keep its area unchanged, the width of the plot should be ___________?
A
Kept unchanged
B
Increased by 25%
C
Increased by 20%
D
Reduced by 20%
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A
Kept unchanged
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B
Increased by 25%
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C
Increased by 20%
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D
Reduced by 20%
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Explanation
Width factor = 1/1.25 = 0.8, i.e. reduced by 20%.