Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

Numerical Ability

Topic

Percentages

Question:

The price of sugar is increased by 20%, now Harry can purchase 12 kg less sugar for ₹600. Find original price of sugar.

Options:

₹ 8.33

₹ 5

₹ 6

₹ 7.5

Correct Answer:

₹ 8.33

Explanation:

20% = \(\frac{1}{5}\)

ATQ,

             Actual       :       New

Price          5          :         6

Cons.         6          :         5

Diff. of consumption ⇒ 1 Units = 12 Kg. (given)

Actual consumption =6 units = 6 × 12 = 72 kg

Original Price = \frac{600}{72}\) = ₹ 8.33