SSC CGL 2024 PYQ — Question 54

SSC CGL - 13 Sep 2024 - Shift 2 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q54

A dishonest fruit-seller sells fruits at 20% profit but he uses 950 gm weight in place of 1 kg. What is the profit percent?

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. 50019500\over 19%.

   CP       :     SP
    5         :       6
950         :   1000

CP : SP = 19 : 24

Profit % = (24 - 19)/19] × 100 = 50019500\over 19%