SOLUTION: If the side of a square is increased by 10%, its area increased by k%. Find the value of k

Algebra ->  Customizable Word Problem Solvers  -> Geometry -> SOLUTION: If the side of a square is increased by 10%, its area increased by k%. Find the value of k       Log On

Ad: Over 600 Algebra Word Problems at edhelper.com


    

Question 482863: If the side of a square is increased by 10%, its area increased by k%. Find the value of k
Answer by Alan3354(69443) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
An increase of 10% --? 1.1 times
1.1*1.1 = 1.21 times the area
Increase = 21%