Question

Meenu’s salary was increased by 25% and subsequently decreased by 25%. How much percent does she lose/gain?

• A. 4.45 % loss
• B. 6.25 % gain
• C. 6.25 % loss
• D. 4.45 % gain

Answer 1

Answer:

C. 6.25 % loss

initial salary = 100x Salary after 25% increment = 100x × 125/100 = 125x Salary after 25% decrement = 125x × 75/100 = 93.75x Net decrease = 100x - 93.75x = 6.25x Percentage decrease = (6.25x/100x) × 100 = 6.25%