Multiple choice

Mr. Zen spends 40% of his money on food, 30% on transport and 15% on luxury items. If he stil has 3000 rupees left, what was the total amount with him initially?

  1. Rs. 3529.41

  2. Rs. 20000

  3. Rs. 17000

  4. Rs. 10000

  5. None of these
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Savings = 100 - (40 + 30 + 15) = 15% Now, let the total money with him be Y. Then, Y*15/100 = 3000 Y = 20000 rupees Hence, this option is correct.

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