SSC Selection Post 2022 PYQ — Question 61

SSC Selection Post - Matriculation Level 2022 - 2 Feb 2022 - Shift 1 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q61

A new scooter is valued at ₹1,20,000. At the end of each year, its value is reduced by 12% of its value at the start of the year. What will be its value (in₹) after 2 years?

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. 92,928.

Initial value = ₹1,20,000
After 1st year:
= 120000 × (1 − 0.12) = 120000 × 0.88 = ₹105,600

After 2nd year:
= 105600 × 0.88 = ₹92,928