If a number x is 10% less then another n

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Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

Numerical Ability

Topic

Percentages

Question:

If a number x is 10% less then another number y and y is 10% more than 125, then the value of $\left(x-\frac{3}{4}\right)$ is

Options:

123.75

132.75

132

123

Correct Answer:

123.75

Explanation:

According to the question,

y=125 + 10%of125

= 110/100 × 125 = 137.5

x=137.5−10%of137.5

= 90/100 × 137.5 = 123.75