Question
Manish has some money left after spending 11%, 15% and
20% of monthly salary on rent, electricity and shopping respectively. The remaining money with Manish increases by 1/6 when a friend gives him Rs. 4500. What is the monthly salary of Manish ?Solution
After spending 11%, 15% and 20% of salary on rent, electricity and shopping. The amount left with Manish is = 100 – (11 + 15 + 20) = 54% of salary as savings. Money increases by (1/6), Increase in remaining money = 1/6 × 54% (salary) = 9% => 9% (salary) = Rs. 4500 Monthly Salary = (100/9) × 4500 = Rs. 50000
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