If 25% of a number is subtracted from it

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Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

Numerical Ability

Topic

Percentages

Question:

If 25% of a number is subtracted from itself then it becomes 915. Find the original number.

Options:

732

828

1108

1220

Correct Answer:

1220

Explanation:

25% = \(\frac{1}{4}\)

Actual no. = 4R

Number after subtracting 25% of itself = 4R - 1R = 3R

ATQ,

3R = 915,

1R = 305

Actual no. = 4R = 4 × 305 = 1220