If 40% of a number exceeds 25% of the same number by 36, find the number. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

If 40% of a number exceeds 25% of the same number by 36, find the number.
A. 200
B. 240
C. 260
D. 220
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
0.4x - 0.25x = 0.15x = 36 x = 240.

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In an election, 25% of the voters did not vote. The winner got 50% of the total votes and won by 3000 votes. Find the total number of voters.
A. 11000
B. 12000
C. 10000
D. 8000

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Winner got 50% of total T, loser = (75% - 50%) = 25% of T. Margin = 25% of T = 3000 → T = 12000.

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If A's salary is 25% more than B's, by what percent is B's salary less than A's?
A. 18%
B. 25%
C. 20%
D. 22.5%

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12.5% expressed as a fraction is:
A. 1/8
B. 1/10
C. 1/12
D. 1/6

Correct Answer: Option A


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