Question

    In January, 'A' earned Rs. 16,000 and spent 75% of it.

    The following month, his income rose by Rs. 4,000, and his savings went up by Rs. 2,000. Calculate 'A's expenditure in February.
    A Rs. 12000 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Rs. 14000 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Rs. 16000 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Rs. 18000 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E Rs. 10000 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Savings of ‘A’ in January = 0.25 × 16000 = Rs. 4000 Savings of ‘A’ in February = 4000 + 2000 = Rs. 6000 Income of ‘A’ in February = (16000 + 4000) = Rs. 20000 Expenditure of ‘A’ in February = 20000 – 6000 = Rs. 14000

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