SSC MTS 2022 PYQ — Question 58

SSC MTS - 25 July 2022 - Shift 1 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q58

A is 25% less than B. B is 30% more than 120. What is the value of A?

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. 117.

Calculations:

Let the value of B = 4x

Value of A = 75% of 4x = 3x

According to the question;

Value of B = 130% of 120 = 156

⇒ 4x = 156

⇒ x = 39

Value of A = 3x = 3 × 39 = 117