Number p is 15% more than 150. If k is 15% less than p, then k is equal to:
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 4
15% = \(\frac{3}{20}\) & 85% = \(\frac{17}{20}\)
ATQ,
p = 150 + \(\frac{3}{20}\) × 150 = 172.5
k = 85% of p
= \(\frac{17}{20}\) × 172.5
= 146.625