The price of petrol shot up by 5%. Before the hike, the price was Rs. 82 per…
2025
The price of petrol shot up by 5%. Before the hike, the price was Rs. 82 per litre. A man travels 3045 km
every month and his car gives a mileage of 15 km per litre. What is the increase in the monthly expenditure (to the
nearest Rs.) on the man's travel due to the hike in the petrol prices?
- A.
₹820
- B.
₹832
- C.
₹845
- D.
₹850
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Correct answer: B
Monthly fuel used = 3045/15 = 203 litres. The price increase is 5% of Rs. 82 = Rs. 4.10 per litre. Increase in monthly expenditure = 203 x 4.10 = Rs. 832.30, nearest Rs. 832.