A person spends 25% of his income on food, 20% on rent, 15% on education and saves the rest. If his savings are Rs. 7200, his income is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

A person spends 25% of his income on food, 20% on rent, 15% on education and saves the rest. If his savings are Rs. 7200, his income is:
A. Rs. 20000
B. Rs. 15000
C. Rs. 18000
D. Rs. 16000
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Spend % = 25+20+15=60%, save 40% = 7200, income = 7200/0.4 = 18000.

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