A shopkeeper gives two successive discounts of 10% and 5%. What is the net discount percentage?
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
Net discount of two successive discounts = 10 + 5 - (10 × 5)/100
= 15 - 0.5
= 14.5%
SSC Selection Post - Matriculation Level - 28th July 2025 - Shift 1 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q39
A shopkeeper gives two successive discounts of 10% and 5%. What is the net discount percentage?
Correct answer: B
Explanation
Net discount of two successive discounts = 10 + 5 - (10 × 5)/100
= 15 - 0.5
= 14.5%