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Set 2: Percentages (Intermediate)

Explanation

Answer: C

PROBLEM

A price of $90 increases by 10%. What is the new price?

A price of $90 increases by 10%. What is the new price?

A.

109

B.

198

C.

99

✓ Correct
D.

89

Detailed Explanation

Choice C is the best answer. Increase = 10% of 90 = 9. New price = 90 + 9 = $99

Why others are wrong:
A: 109 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
B: 198 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
D: 89 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.