If the length and width of a rectangular garden plot were each increased by 20 percent, what would be the percent increase in the area of the plot?

If the length and width of a rectangular garden plot were each increased by 20 percent, what would be the percent increase in the area of the plot?

A 44%

B 24%

C 36%

D 40%

Solution

Correct Answer: Option A

Length = x

Width = y

A = xy

After increase, Length = 1.2x

Width = 1.2y

Area = 1.44xy

So Increase =44%