SSC GD 2023 PYQ — Question 43

SSC GD Constable (English) - 7 Feb 2023 - Shift 2 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q43

When the price of a Bluetooth earphone is increased by 12%, its sale(number of Bluetooth earphones) is reduced by 20%. What is the net impact on its revenue?

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 4 i.e. 10.4% decrement.

The net revenue = x + y + xy/100

⇒ 12 - 20 - 240/100

⇒ -8 - 2.4 = - 10.4 [negative sign shows the decrement]