SSC CPO 2022 PYQ — Question 136

SSC CPO - 10 Nov 2022 - Shift 1 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q136

Find the effective discount for the scheme – Buy 5 get 3 free.

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. 37.5%

Let's assume the price of this commodity is x. 

Thus we receive worth 8x items, by paying only 5x.

Thus Discount Availed = 8x−5x8x{8x - 5x}\over 8x 

⇒ 3x8x{3x}\over 8x 

⇒ 38{3}\over 8 

⇒ 37.5 %