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The price of oil is increased by 25%. If the expenditure is not allowed to increase, the ratio between the reduction in consumption and the original consumption is

a.

1 : 3

b.

1 : 4

c.

1 : 5

d.

1 : 6

Answer: (c).1 : 5

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