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1. Since 1965 Mr. Ajmal has gained 2 pounds every year. In 1995 he was 40% heavier than what he was in 1965. What percent of his weight in 2010 was his weight in 1995?

  • A. 80%
  • B. 80%
  • C. 80%
  • D. 80%

Answer: Option C

Explanation:

1965 to 1995 or 30 yrs, - - - - Gains 30*2 = 60 lb

1995 to 2010 or 15 yrs, - - - - Gains 15*2 = 30 lb

Now, 40% is equivalent to 60 lb

Then, 100% is equivalent to 60*100/40 = 150 lb

That is, in 1965 his weight was 150 lb;

So, in 1995 = 150 + 60 = 210 lb;

And in 2010 = 210 + 30 = 240 lb

Required percent = (210/240)*100 = 87.5% (Ans.)


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