These questions are based on the pie charts given below which gives the distribution or break-up of expenses incurred by Mr Patel for two consecutive years. We also know that his income in 2001 was 12 Lakhs and he got salary increment of 50% at the end of the year.

Q. What is the percentage increase for rent paid by Mr. Patel in 2002 over 2001?

35%

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350%

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450%

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Solution

The correct option is B 350%
Rent paid by Mr. Patel in 2001 = 5% of 12 Lakhs = 60000
Rent paid by Mr. Patel in 2002 = $\frac{54}{360} \times 18 L a k h s = 2.7 L a k h s$
% increase = $\frac{270000 - 60000}{60000} \times 100 = 350 %$

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The correct option is B 350%Rent paid by Mr. Patel in 2001 = 5% of 12 Lakhs = 60000 Rent paid by Mr. Patel in 2002 = 54360×18Lakhs=2.7Lakhs % increase = 270000−6000060000×100=350%

The correct option is B 350%
Rent paid by Mr. Patel in 2001 = 5% of 12 Lakhs = 60000
Rent paid by Mr. Patel in 2002 = $\frac{54}{360} \times 18 L a k h s = 2.7 L a k h s$
% increase = $\frac{270000 - 60000}{60000} \times 100 = 350 %$