Price increased 12% then decreased 12%. Net change: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Price increased 12% then decreased 12%. Net change:

A. 2.4% decrease

B. No change

C. 1.44% decrease

D. 1.44% increase

Answer: Option C

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

1.12×0.88 = 0.9856, 1.44% decrease.

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If 18% of x is 90, then x = ?

A. 400

B. 550

C. 450

D. 500

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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
0.18x = 90 → x = 500.

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Question #2

15% of a number is 45. 50% of that number is:

A. 150

B. 120

C. 130

D. 140

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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Number = 45/0.15 = 300; 50% of 300 = 150.

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In an election, the losing candidate secured 40% of the votes and lost by 1200 votes. What was the total number of votes?

A. 5000

B. 6000

C. 7000

D. 4000

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Correct Answer: Option B

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Loser = 40%, Winner = 60%. Difference = 20%. 20% of Total = 1200. Total = 1200 * (100 / 20) = 6000.

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