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SSC Selection Post 2025 PYQ — Question 28

SSC Selection Post - Graduation Level - 31st July 2025 - Shift 3 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q28

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62½% of a number exceeds 25% of the same number by 15. What is the number?

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

Let the number be x

62½% of x = 25% of x + 15

62.5x/100 = 25x/100 + 15

37.5x/100 = 15

3x/8 = 15

x = 40