Question

The price of sugar increases by 20% due to the festive season. By what percentage should a family reduce the consumption of sugar so that there is no change in the expenditure?​

Answer 1

Answer:

Let original price of sugar=Rs.100

Increased price=20/100×100+20=Rs.120

Difference=Rs.20

Required %age=20/120×100=16.6%

Step-by-step explanation:

hope this helps...=)=)=)