Each side of a square tile is increased by 30%. By what percentage does the area of the tile increase?
Correct answer C. 69%
Explanation
New area = (1.3)² = 1.69 times the old area, so the increase is 69%. Using the formula 30 + 30 + (30 x 30)/100 also gives 69%.
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