Class 8 Mathematics Chapter 1: Fractions in Disguise — practice questions with answers
Free practice for Class 8 Mathematics, Chapter 1: Fractions in Disguise. Try the solved questions below, then take a free test with instant marking and explanations.
60 questions22 easy, 27 medium, 11 hardNCERT · CBSE · State boards
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Q1. The word ‘per cent’ comes from the Latin ‘per centum’, meaning ______.
- by the hundred
- by the thousand
- one part
- per day
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Answer: A. by the hundred
Why: 25% means 25 out of every 100. [p.1]
Why: 25% means 25 out of every 100. [p.1]
Q2. Express 3/4 as a percentage.
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Answer: 75 (± 0)
Why: 3/4 = 75/100 = 75%. [p.2]
Why: 3/4 = 75/100 = 75%. [p.2]
Q3. Find 25% of 120.
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Answer: 30 (± 0)
Why: 25% = 1/4, so 120 ÷ 4 = 30. [p.7]
Why: 25% = 1/4, so 120 ÷ 4 = 30. [p.7]
Q4. Find 16% of 250.
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Answer: 40 (± 0)
Why: 0.16 × 250 = 40. [p.13]
Why: 0.16 × 250 = 40. [p.13]
Q5. A test has 75 marks. A grade A needs at least 80%. What is the minimum mark?
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Answer: 60 (± 0)
Why: 0.8 × 75 = 60. [p.9]
Why: 0.8 × 75 = 60. [p.9]
Q6. A seller’s target is ₹5000. He sells ₹2000 on Day 1. Which statement is equivalent?
- He achieved 40% of the target, i.e. was 60% short
- He achieved 20%
- He achieved 2/3
- He exceeded the target
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Answer: A. He achieved 40% of the target, i.e. was 60% short
Why: 2000/5000 = 0.4. [p.11]
Why: 2000/5000 = 0.4. [p.11]
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How many practice questions are there for Class 8 Mathematics Chapter 1: Fractions in Disguise?
60 questions (22 easy, 27 medium, 11 hard). A few are solved on this page; the free test shows the answer and explanation for every question after you submit.
Is this chapter from the NCERT book?
Yes — it follows the NCERT Class 8 Mathematics syllabus, used by CBSE and many state boards.