The following graph shows Gross Traffic Receipts and Total Expenditure (in ₹) from 2015 to 2019 . In order to make a profit equal to \(10 \%\) of the gross traffic receipts, what should have been…
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The following graph shows Gross Traffic Receipts and Total Expenditure (in ₹) from 2015 to 2019 .
In order to make a profit equal to of the gross traffic receipts, what should have been the approximate gross traffic receipts in 2016, total expenditure remaining the same ?

In order to make a profit equal to of the gross traffic receipts, what should have been the approximate gross traffic receipts in 2016, total expenditure remaining the same ?
- 5667
- 5876
- 6444
- 7667
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C - 6444
2016 expenditure = 5800. Profit equal to 10% of receipts means expenditure = 90% of receipts, so R = 5800/0.9 = 6444 (approx).
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