A is 40% less than 60% of 1500. What is

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Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

Numerical Ability

Topic

Percentages

Question:

A is 40% less than 60% of 1500. What is the value of A?

Options:

500

480

540

360

Correct Answer:

540

Explanation:

60% = $\frac{3}{5}$

According to question ,

60% of 1500 = $\frac{3}{5}$ × 1500 = 900

As , A is 40% less than 900

So , A = 60% of 900

= $\frac{3}{5}$× 900

= 540

So , Value of A = 540