If a number x is 10% less than another number y and y is 10% more than 125, then x is equal to:

A    140.55

B    123.75

C    143

D    150

Solution

Correct Answer: Option B

 

=> N = 125 + 10% of 125 = 125 + 12.50 => N = 137.50. => x = 137.50 - 10% of 137.50 => x=137.50 - 13.75 => x = 123.75

 

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