If 15% of a number is 45, what is 40% of that number?
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
Given:
15% of a number = 45
Let the number = x
15% × x = 45
15/100 × x = 45
x = 45 × 100 / 15
x = 300
Now,
40% × 300
= 40/100 × 300 = 120
SSC CHSL - 15 Nov 2025 - Shift 2 • Reasoning • Q34
If 15% of a number is 45, what is 40% of that number?
Correct answer: B
Explanation
Given:
15% of a number = 45
Let the number = x
15% × x = 45
15/100 × x = 45
x = 45 × 100 / 15
x = 300
Now,
40% × 300
= 40/100 × 300 = 120