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If the sides of a squares is increased by 25%, then the area of the squares will be increased by

125%
50%
56.25%
53.75%

Correct Answer: 56.25%

Explanation:

Required increment = 2a + [a² / 100] %
= 2 x 25 + [(25²)/100)] %
= 50 + (625/100)%
= 56.25%

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