SSC CPO 2019 PYQ — Question 145

SSC CPO Tier I - 12th March 2019 - Shift 2 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q145

The percentage decrease in the number of students in the Institute 'A' in 2016 from 2015?

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 1 i.e. 37.5%

the number of students in the Institute 'A' in 2016 = 500

the number of students in the Institute 'A' in 2015 = 800

decrease in number =800 - 500 = 300

required percentage = 300/800 × 100 = 37.5%