Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

Numerical Ability

Topic

Percentages

Question:

The price of sugar is increased by 25%, now Harry can purchase 13 kg less sugar for Rs.780. Find original price of sugar.

Options:

Rs.20

Rs.30

Rs.25

Rs.24

Correct Answer:

Rs.20

Explanation:

20% = \(\frac{1}{5}\)

ATQ,

             Actual       :       New

Price          4          :         3

Cons.         3          :         4

Diff. of consumption ⇒ 1 Units = 13 Kg. (given)

Actual consumption = 3 units = 3 × 13 = 39 kg

Original Price = \frac{780}{39}\) = Rs.20