SSC Selection Post 2025 PYQ — Question 31

SSC Selection Post - Higher Secondary Level - 29th July 2025 - Shift 2 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q31

An online seller purchases a laptop at ₹40,000. He lists it at a 25% markup. Due to a festive sale, he gives a flat 10% discount on the listed price and offers free shipping costing him ₹500. What is the net profit or loss percentage?

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

Cost Price = ₹40,000

Marked Price = 40,000 + 25% = ₹50,000

Selling Price after discount = 50,000 × 90/100 = ₹45,000

Shipping Cost = ₹500

Total Cost = 40,000 + 500 = ₹40,500

Profit = 45,000 − 40,500 = ₹4,500

Profit % = (4,500 / 40,500) × 100 = 11.11%