SSC GD 2025 PYQ — Question 59

SSC GD Const 2025 (English) - 12 Feb 2025 - Shift 3 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q59

The salary of a worker is first increased by 8% and then it is decreased by 8%. What is the percentage change in his salary?

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. 0.64%.

Net change = x + y - xy/100

⇒ +8 - 8 - 8 × 8/100

⇒ -64/100 = 0.64%