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Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

Numerical Ability

Topic

Ratios

Question:

The salaries of X, Y and Z are in the ratio 2 : 3 : 5. By what percentage is the salary of Z more than that of X?

Options:

100

200

120

150

Correct Answer:

150

Explanation:

X : Y : Z = 2 : 3 : 5,

⇒ Z is more than x by = $\frac{5-2}{2}$ x 100 = $\frac{3}{2}$ x 100 = 150%.