Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Aptitude Test

Chapter

Numerical Ability

Topic

Percentages

Question:

The value of a car depreciates every year by 10%. What will be its value after 3 years if its present value is ₹6,25,000?

Options:

₹4,50,000

₹4,52,250

₹4,55,625

₹4,62,500

Correct Answer:

₹4,55,625

Explanation:

Present value = 6,25,000

Depreciated value after 3 years at 10% p.a. = 6,25,000(1 + -10/100)^3 = 6,25,000(0.9)^3 = 6,25,000 * (0.729)

The correct answer is Option (3) → ₹4,55,625