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The price of oil is increased by 20%. However, its consumption decreased by `18(1)/(3)%`. What is the percentage increase or decrease in the expenditure on it?

A

Decrease by 1%

B

Increase by 4%

C

Increase by 2%

D

Decrease by 2%

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