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The price of an article has been reduced by 35%. In order to restore the original price the new price must be increased by ?

51.8 %
49.25 %
47.2 %
53.84 %

Correct Answer: 53.84 %

Explanation:

100
65
-------
65 ------- 35
100 ------ ? => 53.84 %

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