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    Question

    Pawan has some money left after spending 20%, 15% and

    30% of monthly salary on rent, electricity and shopping respectively. The remaining money with Pawanincreases by 1/5 when a friend gives him Rs. 4200. What is the monthly salary of Pawan?
    A Rs.80000 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Rs.55000 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Rs.46000 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Rs.75000 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E Rs.60000 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    After spending 20%, 15% and 30% of salary on rent, electricity and shopping. The amount left with Pawan is = 100 – (20 + 15 + 30) = 35% of salary as savings. Money increases by (1/5), Increase in remaining money = 1/5 × 35% (salary) = 7% => 7% (salary)= Rs. 4200 Monthly Salary = (100/7) × 4200 = Rs. 60000

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