SSC GD 2023 PYQ — Question 48

SSC GD Constable (English) - 13 Jan 2023 - Shift 2 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q48

A toy car costs Rs. 1800. Its price is reduced to Rs. 1500 in the sale. By what percentage was the price reduced?

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 4 i.e. 50/3%.

The cost price of toy car = Rs.1800

Its price is reduced to Rs. 1500

Difference in price = 1800 - 1500 = 300

Required percentage = 300/1800 × 100 = 300/18 = 150/9 = 50/3%