The cost-of-living index number in year 2015 and 2018 were 97.5 and 115 respectively. The salary of a person in 2015 was ₹195000. How much…

CA Foundation · Quantitative Aptitude · MTP · January 2026
The cost-of-living index number in year 2015 and 2018 were 97.5 and 115 respectively. The salary of a person in 2015 was ₹195000. How much additional salary was required for him in 2018 to maintain the same standard of living as in 2015.
(A) A. ₹30,000
(B) B. ₹40,000
(C) C. ₹35,000
(D) D. ₹45,000

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Correct Answer: Option (C)

C. ₹35,000

Topics: Part-C: Statistics

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