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After spending 40% in machinery, 25% in building,15% in raw material and 5% on furniture. hari lal has a balance of Rs. 1305. The money with him was?

Rs. 6500
Rs. 7225
Rs. 8700
Rs. 1390

Correct Answer: Rs. 8700

Explanation:

Let the Hari Lal was having R rupees in beginning.
∵ R - [40% of R + 25% of R + 15% of R + 5% of R] = 1305
⇒ R - 85% of R = 1305
⇒ 15% of R = 1305
∴ R = (1305 x 100)/15 = 8700

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