A number is increased by 15% and then decreased by 20%. The result is 276. Find the original number. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

A number is increased by 15% and then decreased by 20%. The result is 276. Find the original number.
A. 250
B. 280
C. 320
D. 300
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
1.15 × 0.8 = 0.92, 0.92x = 276 → x = 300.

Discuss this Question (0)

No comments yet. Be the first to start the discussion!

Practice More Percentage Questions

Question #1
Library: 20% English, 30% Hindi, remaining 5000 other. Total books:
A. 15000
B. 8000
C. 10000
D. 12000

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
50% = 5000, total = 10000.

This question belongs to: Maths Percentage
Question #2
35 is what percent of 140?
A. 22.5%
B. 30%
C. 20%
D. 25%

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
(35/140)×100 = 25%.

This question belongs to: Maths Percentage
Question #3
What is 30% of 30% of 200?
A. 24
B. 18
C. 20
D. 30

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
0.3 × 0.3 × 200 = 18.

This question belongs to: Maths Percentage