Wage decreased 25% then increased 25%. Loss %: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Wage decreased 25% then increased 25%. Loss %:

A. 5%

B. 0%

C. 6.25%

D. 7.5%

Answer: Option C

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0.75×1.25 = 0.9375, loss 6.25%.

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A candidate scored 30% marks and failed by 60 marks. Another candidate scored 50% marks and got 60 marks above the passing marks. Find the maximum marks.

A. 650

B. 550

C. 600

D. 500

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
0.3M + 60 = 0.5M - 60 → 0.2M = 120 → M = 600. Passing marks = 0.3×600+60 = 240.

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4/5 as a percent is:

A. 90%

B. 70%

C. 60%

D. 80%

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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
(4/5)×100 = 80%.

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Find the single equivalent discount for successive discounts of 50% and 50%.

A. 100%

B. 75%

C. 50%

D. 80%

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Equivalent discount = 50 + 50 - (50 * 50 / 100) = 100 - 25 = 75%.

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