A man gave 20% of his money to his son, 30% of the remainder to his daughter, and 10% of what then remained to charity. He was left with Rs. 10080. Find the total money. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

A man gave 20% of his money to his son, 30% of the remainder to his daughter, and 10% of what then remained to charity. He was left with Rs. 10080. Find the total money.
A. Rs. 20000
B. Rs. 18000
C. Rs. 22000
D. Rs. 16000
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Let total = T. Son 20%, left 80%. Daughter 30% of 80% = 24% of T, left 56%. Charity 10% of 56% = 5.6% of T, left 50.4% = 10080 → T = 10080/0.504 = 20000.

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