Multiple choice

A number is multiplied by 2/3. What is the percentage increment or decrement in the number?

  1. 33.33% increment

  2. 50% decrement

  3. 33.33% decrement

  4. 50% increment

  5. None of these
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Let the initial number be x. Percentage decrement = (x/3x) X 100 = (100/3)% = 33.33%

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