SSC CGL 2025 PYQ — Question 66

SSC CGL - 21 Sep 2025 - Shift 2 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q66

The population of a village increases by 8% annually. If the current population is 58,320, what was it two years ago (approx)?

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. 50,000.

Current population = 58320

Population two years ago = 58320 × (100/108) × (100/108) = 50000