An article is sold for Rs.372 after two successive discounts of a 25% and 38% on its marked price. Total discount (in Rs.) is:
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 4 i.e. 428.
Given that
S.P = 372 Rs
Successive discount % = 25% & 38%
M.P * (3/4) * (31/50) = S.P = 372
M.P = (372 * 4 * 50) / 93
M.P = 800 Rs
Discount = M.P - S.P = 800 - 372 = 428 Rs