Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

Numerical Ability

Topic

Percentages

Question:

Two years ago,the population of a village was 1,000. The population increased by 10% is the first year and decreased by 10% in the second year. Find the present population.

Options:

985

980

990

995

Correct Answer:

990

Explanation:

According to question ,

Population after 2 years = 1000 × \(\frac{110}{100}\) × \(\frac{90}{100}\) = 990