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Quantitative Ability and Data Interpretation Question on Profit and Loss

The profits of Biscuits India Ltd soared by 32% in the year 2006 - 07 as compared to year 2005 - 06. By what % did Biscuits India’s Sales increase in 2006 - 07 compared to the previous year? ( ssume: Profit = Sales - Expenses) Decide whether the information given in the two statements is sufficient to solve the problem.
Statement (1): Expenses in 2006 - 07 were Rs 1,400 crores, as compared to Rs 1,220 crores in 2005-06
Statement (2): Sales in 2006 - 07 were Rs 4,300 crores

A

Any one of the two statements (1) or (2) taken alone, is sufficient to answer the question.

B

Each of the statement (1) or (2) taken alone, is sufficient to answer the question.

C

Both statements, taken together, are sufficient to answer the question, but neither of them alone is sufficient

D

Both the statements together are insufficient to answer the question.

Answer

Both statements, taken together, are sufficient to answer the question, but neither of them alone is sufficient

Explanation

Solution

The correct option is (C): Both statements, taken together, are sufficient to answer the question, but neither of them alone is sufficient