Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

Numerical Ability

Topic

Percentages

Question:

Two years ago, population of a city was 16,52,600 which increased by 10% in the first year and by 15% in the second year. Find the present population of the city.

Options:

20,83,708

19,08,753

18,60,539

20,90,539

Correct Answer:

20,90,539

Explanation:

Population of the city, P = 16,52,600

After first year, 10% increase = 1.1 × 16,52,600

After second year, 15% increase = 1.15 × 1.1 × 16,52,600

The correct answer is Option (4) → 20,90,539