Two numbers 20% and 35% less than a third. Second is what % of first? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Two numbers 20% and 35% less than a third. Second is what % of first?
A. 80%
B. 81.25%
C. 75%
D. 85%
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Third=100, first=80, second=65; (65/80)×100 = 81.25%.

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