80 increased by 15% is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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80 increased by 15% is:

A. 98

B. 90

C. 92

D. 95

Answer: Option C

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80 × 1.15 = 92.

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The population of a town increases by 15% in the first year and decreases by 10% in the second year. If the population at the end of second year is 10350, what was the population at the beginning?

A. 9000

B. 10500

C. 9500

D. 10000

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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Net multiplier = 1.15 × 0.9 = 1.035. Population = 10350/1.035 = 10000.

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In an election, a candidate got 55% of the total votes and won by 500 votes. Find the total number of votes cast.

A. 4000

B. 5000

C. 5500

D. 4500

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Winner = 55%, Loser = 45%. Difference = 10%. 10% of Total = 500. Total = 5000.

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If A's salary is 20% more than B's, by what percent is B's salary less than A's?

A. 18%

B. 15%

C. 16.67%

D. 20%

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
B less % = (20/120)×100 = 16.67%.

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