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

A12%

B14%

C10%

D15%

Answer:

C. 10%

Read Explanation:

initial salary =100

decreased by 40% =100-40=60

incraesed by 50%=60+30=90

the loss percentage is =100-90=10%


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