A's marks 25% more than B, B's 20% less than C. A=150, find C: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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A's marks 25% more than B, B's 20% less than C. A=150, find C:

A. 140

B. 150

C. 120

D. 130

Answer: Option B

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A=1.25B, B=0.8C → A=1.25×0.8C = C, so C=150.

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