SSC GD 2023 PYQ — Question 55

SSC GD Constable (English) - 31 Jan 2023 - Shift 4 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q55

A buys 150 gm gold for Rs.6,00,000 and gives 6% as making charges. What should be the selling price per 10 gm to have a profit of 6%?

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The Correct answer is option 4 i.e. Rs.44,944

Given that

C.P. of 150 gm gold = Rs. 600000

C.P. of 10 gm gold = Rs. 6000000/150 = Rs. 40000

Making charges = 6% of 40000 = Rs. 2400

Total C.P. = 40000 + 2400 = Rs. 42400 

Profit % = 6%

S.P. = C.P. × (100 + P)/100

S.P. = 42400 × (100 + 6)/100 = 424 × 106 = Rs. 44944