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  1. A man had a certain amount with him. He spent 20% of that to buy an article and 5% of the remaining on transport. Then he gifted 120. If he is left with 1,400, the amount he spent on transport is
    1. 76
    2. 61
    3. 95
    4. 80
Correct Option: D

Total amount = ₹ x

∴ x -
x
-
4x
×
5
- 120 = 1400
55100

⇒ x -
x
-
x
= 1520
525

25x - 5x - x
= 1520
25

19x
= 1520
25

⇒ x =
1520 × 25
= ₹ 2000
19

∴ Expenditure on transport
=
1
× 2000 = ₹ 80
25



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