Question
Suyash have total amount of Rs.2100 out of which, he
spent 15% on food, 40% of the rest on travelling. Out of remaining amount he spends Rs.400 on miscellaneous and saves the rest. Find the amount he saved.Solution
Amount spent on food = 0.15 x 2100 = Rs.315 Amount spent on travelling = 0.4 x (2100 – 315) = Rs.714 His savings = 2100 – (315 + 714 + 400) = Rs.671
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