What is the % change in the area of a rectangle when its length increases by 60% and its width decreases by 60%?\nOptions:\n(A) 0%\n(B) 20% increase\n(C) 36% decrease\n(D) 1% decrease\n(E) Insufficient data OK. Let's think. Some random thoughts first:
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(16/10)*(4/10) = 64/100 of original area\n64/100 is a 36% decrease from 100/100 -> The answer: (C).
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