An article is sold for Rs. 680 after two successive discounts of 20% and x% on its marked price. The marked price of the article is Rs. 1,000. What is the value of x?
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. 15
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Understanding |
Application |
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Marked price = Rs. 1000 Selling price = Rs. 680 |
So, Total discount = [(1000 – 680)/1000] × 100 = 32% |
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Two successive discounts of 20% and x% are offered on its marked price. |
So, 32 = 20 + x – 20x/100 0.8x = 12 x = 15 |