Allied & ICAR Exam Bank • ALLIED_1921 MCQ • 2 Marks

Section 8: General Aptitude

Quantitative Aptitude

Subtopic: Ratios & Percentages

Question Statement:

A reduction of 20% in the price of wheat enables a person to buy 5 kg more wheat for Rs 320. The original price of wheat per kg was:

Options:

  • (A) Rs 16
  • (B) Rs 18
  • (C) Rs 15
  • (D) Rs 20

Answer Key:

A

Step-by-Step Solution & Explanation

Money saved $= 0.20 \times 320 = 64$ rupees. Reduced price $= 64 / 5 = 12.80$ Rs/kg. Original price $= 12.80 / 0.80 = 16$ Rs/kg.
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