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Each edge of a cube is increased by 20% then the percentage increase in surface area of the cube is :

144%
40%
44%
72.8%

Correct Answer: 44%

Explanation:

The surface area of a cube = 6 $a 2$ = 6 $s i d e 2$

New Surface area = 6 x 1.44 $a 2$

Therefore, $\frac{0.44 a 2}{a} x 100 = 44$ %

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