Question

    If P earns Rs. 24,000, she spends 35% of it on rent and Rs.

    2,000 on food, saving the remaining amount. Later, her income rises by 25%, while her rent increases by Rs. 600 and her food expenses rise by 15%. How much does P save after these changes?
    A 18,700 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 22,500 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 25,200 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 14,000 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E None of these Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    ATQ;

    Amount initially spent by P on rent = 24000 X 0.35 = Rs. 8,400

    Increased amount spent on Rent = 8400 + 600 = Rs. 9,000

    Amount initially spent by P on food = Rs. 2,000

    Increased amount spent on food = 2000 X 1.15 = Rs. 2,300

    Increased income of P = 24000 X 1.25 = Rs. 30,000

    So, new savings of P = 30000 - (9000 + 2300) = Rs. 18,700

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