A's salary 15% less than B's. By what % must A's salary be raised to equal B's? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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A's salary 15% less than B's. By what % must A's salary be raised to equal B's?

A. 15%

B. 16.67%

C. 18%

D. 17.65%

Answer: Option D

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A=85, B=100. Increase needed = (15/85)×100 ≈ 17.65%.

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If the numerator of a fraction is increased by 50% and the denominator is decreased by 25%, it becomes 5/8. Find the original fraction.

A. 5/12

B. 3/8

C. 7/16

D. 5/16

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Correct Answer: Option D

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(1.5N)/(0.75D) = 2N/D = 5/8 → N/D = 5/16.

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30% of 150 + 20% of 50 = ?

A. 60

B. 55

C. 65

D. 70

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
30% of 150 = 45, 20% of 50 = 10, sum = 55.

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90 is what percent of 150?

A. 55%

B. 70%

C. 65%

D. 60%

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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
(90/150) × 100 = 60%.

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