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      Question

      In 2018, the income-to-expenditure ratio of Vishal was

      5:3. The following year, his income increased by 10% while his expenditure rose by 15%. Determine Vishal's income in 2018 if he managed to save Rs. 820 in 2019.
      A Rs. 2,800 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      B Rs. 2,400 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      C Rs. 2,000 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      D Rs. 1,800 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      E None of these Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

      Solution

      Income = Expenditure + saving 5x Γ— 110% -3x Γ— 115% = 820 5.5x – 3.45x = 820 2.05x = 820 x = Rs. 400 Income of Vishal in 2018 = 400 Γ— 5 = Rs. 2,000 Hence, option c.

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