alleryStart learning →After 20% off, a second discount gives 32% off overall. Find the second discount on the reduced price.
A16%
B15%
C20%
D12%
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. 15%
For an original ₹100, the first reduction leaves ₹80 and the final price is ₹68; the second reduction ₹12 is 15% of ₹80.
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