A towel, when bleached, lost 30% of its length and 25% of its breadth. What is the percentage decrease in area?
Choose the correct choice from the following.
A) 24 %	B) 30 %	C) 44 %	D) 54 %	E) 47.5 %

Rationale: "percentage change in area = ( − 30 − 25 + ( 30 × 25 ) / 100 ) % = − 47.5 % i . e . , area is decreased by 47.5 % answer : e"
Answer: E