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SSC CGL 2025 PYQ — Question 59

SSC CGL - 21 Sep 2025 - Shift 2 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q59

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The expenditure of Sudha is 150% more than her savings. If her expenditure decreases by 12% and savings increase by 37%, then by what percentage does her income increase?

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. 2%.

Income = expenditure + Savings

I =   E     +      S

       5      :      2
  ×   ↓         ×   ↓
    -12%        37%

%increase in income = (37×2−12×5737\times2-12\times5\over7)% = 2%