A number is increased by 12% and then decreased by 12%. The final result is:

Explanation

Let original number = 100

Step 1: Increase by 12%

$$100+12=112$$

Step 2: Decrease 112 by 12%

12% of 112=13.44
$$112-13.44=98.56$$

Step 3: Compare with original

Original = 100
Final = 98.56

Decrease =

$$100-98.56=1.44$$

Percentage change:

$$1.44\%$$

$$Last\; updated\; question\; NS\; on\; 10\; MAY\; 2026$$

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