If the price of petrol increases by 10%, by what percentage should a person decrease their usage to keep the budget unchanged? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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If the price of petrol increases by 10%, by what percentage should a person decrease their usage to keep the budget unchanged?

A. 11.11%

B. 10%

C. 9.09%

D. 12%

Answer: Option C

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Required decrease = (10 / 110) * 100 = 100 / 11 = 9.09%.

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