Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

Numerical Ability

Topic

Percentages

Question:

The salary of an employee was first increased by 15% and thereafter it was reduced by 10%. What was the percentage change in his salary?

Options:

10%

103.5%

3.5%

15%

Correct Answer:

3.5%

Explanation:

Net Percentage change = a + b + \(\frac{ab}{100}\)

= + 15%  - 10% - \(\frac{15×10}{100}\)% = 3.5% ( increase )