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Q · PercentageMedium · 45s
In a physical measurement, by mistake Shyam gave his height as 25% more than normal. In the interview panel, he clarified that his height was 5 feet 5 inch. Find the percentage correction made by the candidate from his stated height to his actual height.
TopicPercentage
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyMedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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Actual height = 5 feet 5 inch
Stated height = 5 feet 5 inch + 25% of 5 feet 5 inch
= 5 feet 5 inch ×
Final Answer: Option B — 28.56