Multiple choice general knowledge math & puzzles

The salaries of A and B together amount to Rs. 2000. A spends 95% of his salary and B, 85% of his. If now, their savings are the same, what is A's salary ?

  1. Rs.750

  2. Rs.1250

  3. Rs.1450

  4. Rs.1500

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D Correct answer
Explanation

Savings are equal: 5% of A = 15% of B. This means A = 3B. Total salary A + B = 2000. Substituting A: 3B + B = 2000 => 4B = 2000 => B = 500. Therefore, A = 3 * 500 = 1500.