Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

Numerical Ability

Topic

Percentages

Question:

The value of a machine is ₹1000. It decreases by 20% in the first year, 15% in the second year and 35% in the third year. What will be the value of the machine after 3 years?

Options:

Rs.500

Rs.600

Rs.442

Rs.530

Correct Answer:

Rs.442

Explanation:

                 Actual Value     :       New Value

-20%                5             :             4

-15%                20            :           17

-35%                20            :           13

                       2000          :          884

ATQ,

2000R = 1000 (given)

1R = 0.5

884R = 442