Question

after getting an 8% increase in the salary Mohan new salary is 1,51,200. what was his original salary?

Answer 1

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Here is the solution:

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Find the percentage after it is increased:

New salary = 100 + 8 = 108%

Find the original salary:

New salary = 108%

New salary = Rs 151200

108% = 151200

1% = Rs 1400

100% = 1400 x 100 = Rs140,000

Answer: The original salary is Rs140,000