Question

Rajiv's salary was first decreased by 40% and subsequently increased by 50%. How much percent did he lose from his initial salary?

• A. 12%
• B. 14%
• C. 10%
• D. 15%

Answer 1

Answer:

C. 10%

initial salary =100

decreased by 40% =100-40=60

incraesed by 50%=60+30=90

the loss percentage is =100-90=10%