Number 50% more than another. Smaller is what % less than larger? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Number 50% more than another. Smaller is what % less than larger?

A. 25%

B. 35%

C. 33.33%

D. 30%

Answer: Option C

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Small=100, large=150, less % = (50/150)×100 = 33.33%.

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A and B together can do a piece of work in 12 days. B and C together in 15 days. C and A together in 20 days. How long will A alone take to do the work?

A. 40 days

B. 60 days

C. 30 days

D. 20 days

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
2(A+B+C) = 1/12 + 1/15 + 1/20 = (5+4+3)/60 = 12/60 = 1/5 → A+B+C = 1/10. A's work = (A+B+C) - (B+C) = 1/10 - 1/15 = (3-2)/30 = 1/30. So A takes 30 days.

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