Percentage - Quantitative Aptitude (MCQ) questions for Q. 20530

Q.  If the sales tax be reduced from 4 (1/3) % to 2 (1/2) %, then what difference does it make to a person who purchases a bag with marked price of Rs. 8000?
- Published on 07 Jul 17

a. Rs. 156.66
b. Rs. 150.23
c. Rs. 146.66
d. Rs. 135.06

ANSWER: Rs. 146.66
 
Required difference = (4 (1/3) of Rs. 8000) - (2 (1/2) of Rs. 8000)
= (13/3 – 5/2) % of Rs. 8000
= (11/6) x (1/100) x 8000
= Rs. 146.66

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