SSC CGL 2025 PYQ — Question 66

SSC CGL - 16 Sep 2025 - Shift 2 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q66

A gadget is sold at a 15% discount on its marked price. This sale leads to a profit of 20% on its cost price. If the profit earned is ₹450. What would have been the selling price if the gadget was sold at 25% discount on its marked price?

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. ₹2382.35.

CP = 450/0.2 = 2250

SP at 20% profit = 2250 × 1.20 = 2700

MP = 2700/0.85 = 3176.47

SP at 25% discount = 0.75 × 3176.47 = 2382.35