Question
A man spent 20% of his income in May. If his savings is
increased by 20% in June and becomes Rs. 11520, then find the income of man in May.Solution
Savings of man in May = 11520 × (100/120) = Rs. 9600 So, income of man in May = 9600/0.80 = Rs. 12000
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