If A is 20% greater than B, then by what percentage is B less than A?
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
A is 20% greater than B.
If A = 120, B = 100
Difference = 120 − 100 = 20
Percentage decrease = (20 / 120) × 100 = 16.67%
SSC CPO - 11 Dec 2025 - Shift 1 • Reasoning • Q8
If A is 20% greater than B, then by what percentage is B less than A?
Correct answer: A
Explanation
A is 20% greater than B.
If A = 120, B = 100
Difference = 120 − 100 = 20
Percentage decrease = (20 / 120) × 100 = 16.67%