SSC CHSL 2019 PYQ — Question 74

SSC CHSL - 2nd July 2019 - Shift 1 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q74

After allowing a discount of 10% on the marked price of an article, it is sold for Rs. 360. Had the discount not been given, the profit would have been 25%. What is the cost price of the article?

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

Correct Answer is option 1 i.e. 320

Concept

Understanding

Application

SP + Discount = MP

SP = 360, discount = 10%

 

 

MP = 360/0.9 = 400

Had the discount not been given, the profit would have been 25%

CP = 400/1.25 = 320