SSC GD 2023 PYQ — Question 56

SSC GD Constable (English) - 24 Jan 2023 - Shift 1 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q56

After allowing a discount of 10% on its marked price, the value of a mobile phone is Rs.20,250. If no discount is allowed, then the shopkeeper gains 20%. The cost price of the mobile phone is:

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Rs. 18,750

Given that

The selling price = 20250 Rs

Discount on MRP = 10 %

The marked price = (20250/90) × 100

= 22500 Rs

If no discount is allowed then the selling price is equal to the marked price = 22500 Rs

Now, the seller gains = 20% 

Hence, the cost price of the article = (22500/120) × 100 = 18750 Rs