Two numbers 25% and 40% less than a third. Second is what % of first? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Two numbers 25% and 40% less than a third. Second is what % of first?
A. 90%
B. 80%
C. 75%
D. 85%
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Third=100, first=75, second=60; (60/75)×100=80%.

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