A man's income Rs. 15000. Spends 40% food, 20% rent, 15% education, 10% others. By what % reduce food expenditure to increase savings by 25%? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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A man's income Rs. 15000. Spends 40% food, 20% rent, 15% education, 10% others. By what % reduce food expenditure to increase savings by 25%?

A. 9.375%

B. 8.5%

C. 10%

D. 12.5%

Answer: Option A

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Present savings 15% = 2250, food=6000. New savings 2812.5, increase 562.5 from food reduction. % reduction = (562.5/6000)×100 = 9.375%.

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