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UPCAT Mathematics practice question 3: What is 15% of 240?

Correct answer

B. 36

0.15 × 240 = 36. Alternatively, 10% is 24 and 5% is 12, and 24 + 12 = 36.

What is 15% of 240?

  1. 16
  2. 36Correct
  3. 24
  4. 48

Why B is correct

0.15 × 240 = 36. Alternatively, 10% is 24 and 5% is 12, and 24 + 12 = 36.

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