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  1. The price of rice has increased by 60%. In order to restore to the original price, the new price must be reduced by ?
    1. 331/3%
    2. 371/2%
    3. 40%
    4. 45%
Correct Option: B

Let original price = Rs. 100
⇒ Increase price = Rs. 160
⇒ Decrease on Rs. 160 = Rs. 60
∴ Decrease on Rs. 100 = (60/160) x 100 % = 371/2%



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