2010 · Q13
A person spends 30% of monthly salary on rent, 25% on food, 20% on children’s education and 12% on electricity, and the balance of Rs 1,040 on the remaining items. What is the monthly salary of the person?
Elementary MathematicsPercentage
- ARs 8,000
- BRs 9,000
- CRs 9,600
- DRs 10,600
Explanation
Balance = 100-87=13% = Rs.1040; salary = 1040/0.13 = Rs.8000.