Mathematics
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Question
Price rises 30%, then falls 20%, then rises 10%, ending at Rs 2288. What was the initial price?
A
Rs. 1500
B
Rs. 1800
C
Rs. 2000
✓ Official correct answer
D
Rs. 2400
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A
Rs. 1500
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B
Rs. 1800
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C
Rs. 2000
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D
Rs. 2400
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Explanation
2288 = P × 1.3 × 0.8 × 1.1 ⇒ P = Rs 2000.