Arithmetichard · Past Paper
If the price of a commodity is increased by 50%, by what fraction must its consumption be reduced so as to keep the same expenditure?
A1/4
B1/3
C1/2
D2/3
✓ Correct Answer: B — 1/3
Reduction % = (50/150)*100 = 33.33% = 1/3.
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