If the price of petrol increases by 10%, by what percentage should a person decrease their usage to keep the budget unchanged? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

If the price of petrol increases by 10%, by what percentage should a person decrease their usage to keep the budget unchanged?
A. 9.09%
B. 11.11%
C. 12%
D. 10%
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Required decrease = (10 / 110) * 100 = 100 / 11 = 9.09%.

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