Answer: To verify Mr Ngobeni's statement, we need to calculate his total deductions as a percentage of his net salary and compare it to 25%.
Let's assume Mr Ngobeni's net salary is R10,000.
If his deductions are R2,000, then his total deductions as a percentage of his net salary is:
(2000/10000) x 100% = 20%
Since 20% is less than 25%, Mr Ngobeni's statement is valid.
If his deductions were higher, say R3,000, then his total deductions as a percentage of his net salary would be:
(3000/10000) x 100% = 30%
Since 30% is greater than 25%, Mr Ngobeni's statement would not be valid in this case.