SSC CPO 2022 PYQ — Question 120

SSC CPO - 9 Nov 2022 - Shift 3 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q120

A wristwatch is sold for Rs. 1,200 at a profit percent equal to its cost price. Find the cost price of the wristwatch.

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 4 i.e. Rs. 300.

Given that

The selling price (S.P.) of a wristwatch = Rs. 1200

Profit % = Cost price 

Let the cost price be 100 units

So, the profit % = 100%

Now, S.P. = 100 + 100 × 100/100 = 100 + 100 = 200 units

So, 200 units = Rs. 1200

1 unit = 1200/200 = Rs. 6

100 units = Rs. 600

Hence, the cost price of the wristwatch is Rs. 600.