Question

Out of total monthly salary of Kabir spends 27% of his monthly salary on Rent and 18 % on travelling expenses. 35% of the remaining monthly salary for food and while the remaining salary is saved which is equal to Rs. 14300, then find his monthly salary?

• A. Rs 65000
• B. Rs 75000
• C. Rs 85000
• D. Rs 40000

Answer 1

Answer:

D. Rs 40000

Let the monthly salary of Kabir be X, ⇒ Already used 27% + 18% = 45% remaining is 55% ⇒ Now 35% of remaining is used in food so rest 65% will be equal to ⇒ X × (55/100) × (65/100) = 14300 ⇒ X = 14300× (100/55) × (100/65) ⇒ X = Rs. 40000