Employees reduced by 20%. To keep total wage bill same, wage per head must increase by: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Employees reduced by 20%. To keep total wage bill same, wage per head must increase by:

A. 22.5%

B. 25%

C. 20%

D. 30%

Answer: Option B

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

New employees 0.8, wage per head multiplier = 1/0.8 = 1.25, increase 25%.

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