SSC GD 2026 PYQ — Question 53

SSC GD Constable - 29 April 2026 - Shift 1 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q53

A person earns 30 percent profit on selling price. What will be his profit percentage on the cost price?

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

Let SP = ₹100

Profit = 30% of SP = ₹30

CP = 100 – 30 = ₹70

Profit percentage = 30/70 × 100 = 42.86%