SSC CGL 2019 PYQ — Question 27

SSC CGL Tier II Quant - 11/09/2019 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q27

If the radius of the right circular cylinder is decreased by 20% while its height is increased by 40%, then the percentage change in its volume will be ?

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 ie 10.4% decrease.

⇒ π r2h

⇒ πr21h1

⇒ π × (0.8)2 × 1.4

⇒ π × 0.896

⇒ 100 = 89.6

⇒ 10.4% decrease