SSC CHSL 2023 PYQ — Question 64

SSC CHSL - 08 Aug 2023 - Shift 4 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q64

Raman spends 75% of his income. If his income increases by 20% and expenditure also increases by 10%, then by what percent will Raman's savings increase?

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. 50%.

Let initial income = ₹100

Initial expenditure = 75% of 100 = ₹75

Initial savings = 100 - 75 = ₹25

New income = 120% of 100 = ₹120

New expenditure = 110% of 75 = ₹82.5

New savings = 120 - 82.5 = ₹37.5

Percentage increase in savings = (37.5 - 25)/25 × 100 = 12.5/25 × 100 = 50%