Number 60% more than another. Smaller is what % less than larger? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Number 60% more than another. Smaller is what % less than larger?

A. 33.33%

B. 40%

C. 37.5%

D. 42.5%

Answer: Option C

Small=100, large=160, less % = (60/160)×100 = 37.5%.

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Question #1 Report Error

A student divided a number by 10 instead of multiplying it by 10. What is the percentage error?

A. 99%

B. 90%

C. 95%

D. 100%

Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
True = 10x. False = 0.1x. Error = 9.9x. % Error = (9.9 / 10) * 100 = 99%.

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Question #2 Report Error

In an election between two candidates, one got 35% of the total valid votes and lost by 1500 votes. Find the total valid votes.

A. 4000

B. 5500

C. 4500

D. 5000

Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Loser = 35%, Winner = 65%. Difference = 30%. 30% of Total = 1500. Total = 5000.

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Question #3 Report Error

A person spends 80% of his income and saves Rs. 1500. Find his income.

A. 7000

B. 7500

C. 8000

D. 6000

Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Savings = 20%. 20% of Income = 1500. Income = 1500 * 5 = 7500.

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