Question

Due to high demand, the price of oranges increased by 25% from the original value of ₹200 per packet, then the increased price of the oranges is .

• A. ₹250
• B. ₹225
• C. ₹175
• D. ₹275

Answer 1

The correct option is A ₹250

Given,
Original price of oranges per packet = ₹ 200
Percentage increase = 25%

Net increase in price $=\frac{25}{100}\times 200=₹50$

Hence,
The increased price of oranges $=₹(200+50)=₹250$