Why does app store ask me to update apps multiple times?

For the last couple of days app store's been asking me to update an app, I.e. skype, facebook, twitter.
but when I do the update, the info is exactly the same as the update the previous day and the app hasn't altered in the slightest.
Anyone have any ideas on this?
Thanks

Do a search for the apps that are asking you to update and see if there is any other app showing up in the spotlight search. Example is if you search for Twitter and see another app under twitter named something else. If you do see this, I would suggest deleting the app that is showing up and reboot your device to see if you are still getting the update badge.

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