SSC MTS 2024 PYQ — Question 15

SSC MTS - 15/10/2024 - (9:00 AM - 11:00 AM) • Quantitative Aptitude • Q15

An investment grows by 15% in the first month, 20% in the second month, and then decreases by 10% in the third month. If the initial investment was ₹5000, then the final amount (in ₹) is:

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. 6,210.

Final amount = 5000 × (115/100) × (120/100) × (90/100)

⇒ 5 × 115 × 12 × 9/10 = 6210