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    Question

    Pooja spent 45% of her earnings on shopping, 55% of the

    remaining on house expenses, and the rest she saved. If her savings are Rs. 990, determine how much she spent on house expenses.
    A Rs.1890 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Rs.1490 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Rs.1590 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Rs.1210 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    ATQ,

    Let, earnings of Pooja be Rs. 100x

    According to question;

    0.55 × 0.45 × 100x = 990

    Or, x = 40

    So, amount spent on house expenses = 0.55 × 0.55 × 4000 = Rs. 1210

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