Mr. X spends 35% of his salary on food and 5% of his salary

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Mr. X spends 35% of his salary on food and 5% of his salary on children education. In January 2011, he spent ₹ 17, 600 on these two items. His salary for that month is

1. ₹ 40, 000
2. ₹ 44, 000
3. ₹ 48, 000
4. ₹ 46, 000

Correct Option: B

Percentage of expenditure on food and education = 35 + 5 = 40%
If the monthly salary of X be Rs. P,

then	P × 40	= 17600
	100

⇒ P × 40 = 17600 × 100

⇒ P =	1760000	= ₹ 44000
	40