SSC CHSL 2020 PYQ — Question 63

SSC CHSL - 12th October 2020 - Shift 2 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q63

A runner is running at a speed of 40 km/h. If he runs at a speed of 30 km/h, then what will the decrease in the percentage of his speed be?

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e 25%

Understanding/Application

Initial speed = 40 km/h

Final speed = 30 km/h

Decrement = 40 km/h - 30 km/h = 10 km/h

Percentage = (10 km/h)/(40 km/h) x 100 = 25%