instruction:
You are given a math word problem and you are supposed to make use of mathematical concepts like probability, combinatorics, linear equations, sequences/series, or simple operators like addition, subtraction, division, or multiplication to answer the given question. Choose the best option from the 5 given options and report that option.
question:
Question: In a kilometer race, A beats B by 54 meters or 12 seconds. What time does A take to complete the race?

 Option A: 212

 Option B: 190

 Option C: 277

 Option D: 181

 Option E: 122
answer:
Option A


question:
Question: A reduction of 20% in the price of salt enables a lady to obtain 25 kgs more for Rs.100, find the original price per kg?

 Option A: 6

 Option B: 1

 Option C: 5

 Option D: 4

 Option E: 7
answer:
Option B


question:
Question: A man saves 20% of his monthly salary. If an account of dearness of things he is to increase his monthly expenses by 20%, he is only able to save Rs. 200 per month. What is his monthly salary?

 Option A: 6000

 Option B: 5000

 Option C: 5500

 Option D: 4000

 Option E: 3500
answer:

Option B