Discussion Forum



 

The following pie-chart shows the sources of funds to be collected by the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) for its Phase II projects. Study the pie-chart and answer the questions that follow.

 

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Total funds to be arranged for Projects (Phase II) - Rs. 57,600 crores.

1)

If the toll is to be collected through an outsourced agency by allowing a maximum 10% commission, how much amount should be permitted to be collected by the outsourced agency, so that the project is supported with Rs. 4910 crores ?


A) Rs. 6213 crores

B) Rs. 5827 crores

C) Rs. 5401 crores

D) Rs. 5216 crores

Answer:

Option C

Explanation:

Amount permitted = (Funds required from Toll for projects of Phase II)

                                                                    + (10% of these funds)

                         = Rs. 4910 crores + Rs. (10% of 4910) crores

                         = Rs. (4910 + 491) crores = Rs. 5401 crores