Question

    The strength of a club was 800 members in 2014. It rose by

    40% in 2015, fell by 25% in 2016, and rose again by 15% in 2017. What was the total strength at the end of 2017?
    A 966 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 845 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 205 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 330 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E None of these Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    ATQ,

    Members in 2015 = 1.40 × 800 = 1120

    Members in 2016 = 0.75 × 1120 = 840

    Members in 2017 = 1.15 × 840 = 966

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