A number is increased by 20% and then decreased by 15%. The resulting number is 204. Find the original number. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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A number is increased by 20% and then decreased by 15%. The resulting number is 204. Find the original number.

A. 210

B. 180

C. 200

D. 190

Answer: Option C

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1.2 × 0.85 = 1.02, 1.02x = 204 → x = 200.

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A. 50%

B. 60%

C. 55%

D. 65%

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Correct Answer: Option B

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Only A = 55-20=35%, only B=45-20=25%, exactly one = 60%.

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If 40% of a number exceeds 25% of the same number by 36, find the number.

A. 220

B. 200

C. 260

D. 240

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