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    Question

    A certain number represents

    31.25% of another number. When 150 is added to the smaller number, it becomes 50% of the larger number. Determine the value of the larger number.
    A 800 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 755 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 730 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 865 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E None of these Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    ATQ,

    Let the larger number be x According to the question, 0.50x – 0.3125x = 150 Or, 0.1875x = 150 Or, x = 150/0.1875 = 800

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