Expenditure of a family on three items are in the ratio of 2: 5: 3. The prices of these commodities rise by 30%, 20% and 40% respectively. By what…

CA Foundation · Quantitative Aptitude · MTP · September 2026
Expenditure of a family on three items are in the ratio of 2: 5: 3. The prices of these commodities rise by 30%, 20% and 40% respectively. By what percent has total expenditure increased?
(A) A. 28%
(B) B. 25%
(C) C. 20%
(D) D. None of these

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Correct Answer: Option (A)

A. 28%

Topics: Part-A: Business Mathematics

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