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    Question

    A man spends 40% of his monthly salary on rent, 20% on

    food, and 10% on transportation. If he saves ₹18,000, which is half of the remaining amount, find his monthly salary.
    A ₹1,40,000 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B ₹1,20,000 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C ₹1,50,000 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D ₹1,45,000 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Let the monthly salary be ₹x. Savings = 1/2 of remaining = ₹18,000 Remaining = 2 × 18,000 = ₹36,000 Rent + Food + Transportation = 40% + 20% + 10% = 70% Remaining = 30% of salary = ₹36,000 0.3x = ₹36,000 x = ₹36,000 / 0.3 = ₹1,20,000 Correct answer: b) ₹1,20,000

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