Anjali decided to spend 45% of her salary on shopping. On completion of her shopping, she realised that she bad spent only
Rs11,475, which was 60% of what she had decided to spend. How much is Anjali's salry?
This questions was previously asked in
SSC MTS 13th July 2022 Shift-1
Rs40,800
Incorrect AnswerRs29,600
Incorrect AnswerRs38,400
Incorrect AnswerExplanation:
- Anjali decided to spend 45% of her salary on shopping.
- She spent only Rs11,475, which was 60% of what she planned.
- To find out what she planned to spend, divide 11,475 by 0.60.
- This comes out as Rs19,125, which is 45% of her salary.
- To find her salary, divide 19,125 by 0.45.
- Her salary is Rs42,500.
Correct Answer: Option 4 - Rs42,500