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    Question

    Monthly income of A and B is Rs. (x + 1500) and Rs. x,

    respectively. If monthly income of A is increased by 12.5% while that of B is decreased by 25% then the ratio of their respective income becomes 9:5, respectively. Find the monthly income of A.
    A Rs. 9060 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Rs. 9860 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Rs. 9000 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Rs. 9900 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    According to question; {1.125 × (x + 1500)}/(0.75 × x) = 9/5 => 5x + 7500 = 6x So, x = 7500 So, monthly income of A = x + 1500 = 7500 + 1500 = Rs. 9000

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