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SSC CGL 2018 PYQ — Question 78

SSC CGL Tier II Quant - 09/03/2018 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q78

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By selling 21 pots at Rs 2,520, there is a loss equal to the cost price of 3 pots. Find the cost price (in Rs) of each pot.

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. 140

Understanding

Application

By selling 21 pots at Rs 2,520, there is a loss equal to the cost price of 3 pots.

So,

21SP = 2520

SP = Rs. 120

And

21SP = 21CP – 3CP

21SP = 18CP

CP/SP = 21/18

CP = 21/18 × 120

= 140