SSC CGL 2017 PYQ — Question 39

SSC CGL Tier II Quant - 12/01/2017 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q39

Aline of length 1.5 metres was measured as 1.55 metres by mistake. What will be the value of error percent?

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 3 i.e. 3(1/3)%

Understanding

Application

Aline of length 1.5 metres was measured as 1.55 metres by mistake.

So,

Error percentage

= [(1.55 – 1.5)/1.5] × 100

= 3(1/3)%