Rita’s income is 15% less than Richa’s income. By what percent is Richa’s income more than Rita’s income?
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 3 i.e
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| Understanding/Application |
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Let the income of Rita be x and that of Richa be y. Rita's income is 15% less than Richa's income x = 85y/100 |
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Required percentage = [{y - (85y/100)} × 100]/(85y/100) = {(15y/100) × 100}/(85y/100) = (15 × 100)/85 = 300/17 = |