SSC Selection Post 2022 PYQ — Question 72

SSC Selection Post - Matriculation Level - 1 Aug 2022 - Shift 1 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q72

A’s income is 40% more than that of B, and B’s income is 20% less than that of C. If C’s income is ₹2,500, find A’s income.

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. ₹2,800.

C’s income = 2500

B’s income = 80% of 2500 = 0.8 × 2500 = 2000

A’s income = 140% of 2000 = 1.4 × 2000 = Rs.2800