Price reduced 30% then increased 40%. Net change: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Price reduced 30% then increased 40%. Net change:
A. 2% increase
B. No change
C. 10% increase
D. 2% decrease
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
0.7 × 1.4 = 0.98, 2% decrease.

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Question #1
25% of 80 greater than 40% of a number by 8. The number:
A. 20
B. 35
C. 25
D. 30

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
20 = 0.4x + 8 → 0.4x = 12 → x = 30.

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Question #2
A machine depreciates 12% per year. Its value after 1 year if purchased for Rs. 60,000 is:
A. 52,000
B. 52,800
C. 52,500
D. 53,000

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
60,000 × 0.88 = 52,800.

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Question #3
If 40% of a number is 80, the number is:
A. 150
B. 250
C. 100
D. 200

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
0.4x = 80 → x = 200.

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