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Question : The price of 1 kg of rice is increased by 50 percent and the old price of rice is Rs. 60. What is the new price of rice per kg?

Option 1: Rs. 90

Option 2: Rs. 80

Option 3: Rs. 60

Option 4: Rs. 72


Team Careers360 17th Jan, 2024
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Team Careers360 22nd Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: Rs. 90


Solution : According to the question
In this case, the old price of rice is Rs. 60, and the percentage increase is 50%.
⇒ New price = Old price + 50% of old price = 60 + (60 × 0.50) = 60 + 30 = 90
Hence, the correct answer is Rs. 90.

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