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In a restaurant, when 15% VAT was levied on a bill, then the customer pays Rs 75 for VAT. What is the bill amount without VAT?

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Answer:

Rs. 500

Explanation:

  • VAT percentage = 15%

  • VAT amount = ₹ 75

  • Let the bill amount without VAT be ₹x

  • -> 15% of x = 75

  • -> 0.15x = 75

  • -> x = 75/0.15

  • -> x = ₹ 500
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