SSC CHSL 2022 PYQ — Question 54

SSC CHSL - 26 May 2022 - Shift 1 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q54

X’s salary is increased by 20% and then decreased by 20%. What is the change in salary?
 

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. 4% decrease

 let the salary of x be Rs 100.

When increased by 20%, it will become Rs. 120

Then it is decreased by 20%, then it will become Rs. 96

Thus, the net change is Rs 4. Thus, it will be decreased by 4%