If 15% of a number is 75, the number is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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If 15% of a number is 75, the number is:

A. 400

B. 500

C. 450

D. 600

Answer: Option B

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Let the number be x. 15% of x = 75 → 0.15x = 75 → x = 75 / 0.15 = 500.

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Candidate got 35% of valid votes and lost by 2100. 20% votes invalid. Total voters:

A. 9000

B. 10000

C. 8750

D. 8000

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Valid votes V, winner 65%V, loser 35%V, margin 30%V=2100 → V=7000. Total T, 0.8T=7000 → T=8750.

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The price of a commodity is increased by x% then decreased by x%. Net decrease is 4%. Find x.

A. 15

B. 25

C. 20

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Correct Answer: Option C

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(1+x/100)(1-x/100) = 0.96 → 1 - x²/10000 = 0.96 → x² = 400 → x = 20.

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A sum of money at simple interest amounts to Rs. 850 in 3 years and to Rs. 925 in 4 years. Find the principal.

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Correct Answer: Option C

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SI for 1 year = 925-850 = 75. For 3 years SI = 225, principal = 850-225=625.

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