SSC MTS 2024 PYQ — Question 19

SSC MTS - 07/10/2024 - (9:00 AM - 11:00 AM) • Quantitative Aptitude • Q19

A dishonest shopkeeper promises to sell his goods at cost price. However, he uses a weight that actually weighs 49% less than what is written on it. Find his profit percentage.

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. 96451%96\frac{4}{51}\%.

Let CP for 1g = ₹ 1

CP for 51g = ₹51

The shopkeeper charges ₹100 for 51g

Profit = 100 - 51 = 49

Profit percentage = (49/51) × 100 = 96451%96\frac{4}{51}\%