The size of a quantity first doubles and then increases by a further 16%. After a short time its size decreases by 16%. What is the net increases in size of the quantity?
A
\(\frac{59300}{625}\)
B
\(\frac{50900}{625}\)
C
200%
D
+100%
Verified Correct Answer: C.
Step-by-Step Mathematical Solution
Let x rept. the size of the quantity
2x + \(\frac{116}{100}\) x \(\frac{-84}{100}\)
= 200%
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #32679)