Production increased from 6000 to 7200. Percentage increase: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Production increased from 6000 to 7200. Percentage increase:
A. 22%
B. 20%
C. 15%
D. 18%
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
(1200/6000)×100 = 20%.

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Question #1
A shopkeeper sells an article at 20% profit. Had he bought it at 10% less and sold it for Rs. 30 more, he would have gained 40%. Find the cost price.
A. Rs. 400
B. Rs. 500
C. Rs. 550
D. Rs. 450

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
CP=x, SP=1.2x. New CP=0.9x, new SP=1.2x+30 = 1.4×0.9x = 1.26x → 0.06x=30 → x=500.

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Question #2
A's salary 15% less than B's. By what % must A's salary be raised to equal B's?
A. 17.65%
B. 18%
C. 16.67%
D. 15%

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
A=85, B=100. Increase needed = (15/85)×100 ≈ 17.65%.

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Question #3
Convert the fraction 3/8 into a percentage.
A. 40%
B. 35%
C. 33.33%
D. 37.5%

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
(3 / 8) * 100% = 37.5%.

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