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SSC GD 2021 PYQ — Question 65

SSC GD Constable (English) - 18th November 2021 Shift 2 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q65

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An article was sold for Rs. 8800 which is 57\frac{5}{7} of its cost price. The loss percent is:

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e.  284728\frac{4}{7}%

Sp of the article = Rs 8800

ATQ,

8800 = 5/7 CP

CP = 12320

Loss percentage = (CP - SP)/CP × 100 = 3520/12320 × 100 =    284728\frac{4}{7}%