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A boy eats 50% of the cake and gives 30% to his friends. What percentage of the cake is still left with him?

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10%

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20%

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30%

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40%

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Solution

The correct option is B
20%

Total percentage of cake used = 50% + 30% = 80%

Percentage of cake remaining = 100% - 80% = 20%

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