SSC Selection Post 2025 PYQ — Question 39

SSC Selection Post - Matriculation Level - 1st August 2025 - Shift 3 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q39

A shopkeeper sells his goods at 60% of their cost price. Find the percent gain or losses.

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

Let the cost price = ₹100

Selling price = 60% of the cost price

SP = 100 × 60/100 = ₹60

Loss = 100 - 60 = ₹40

Loss percentage = 40/100 × 100 = 40%