Question

The side of a square is increased by
25%, then find the
the percentage
increase in area​

Answer 1

Hence, increased in area is 56.25%

Correct Question:

The side of a square is increased by 25%, then find the the percentage increase in area.

Given:

side of a square is increased by 25%

To find:

percentage increase in area.

Approach:

•Apply the direct formula

•Apply calculation

Formula:

percentage increase =>

a + b + ab/100

Solution:

Let's, a and b be the side of square

now,

putting the increased value:-

=> 25+25+25x25/100

=>50+6.25

=>56.25

Hence, increased in area is 56.25%