A number is first increased by 20% and then reduced by 15%. If the final value is 2040, then what is the initial value of the number?
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. 2000
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Suppose the number = x Number is first increased by 20% and then reduced by 15% New number = x × 1.2 × 0.85 = 1.02x |
Now, 1.02x = 2040 ⇒ x = 2040/1.02 ⇒ x = 2000 Hence, initial value of number = 2000 |