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SSC CGL 2022 PYQ — Question 62

SSC CGL - 06 Dec 2022 - Shift 2 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q62

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If 3 coconuts are offered free on purchase of 12 coconuts, priced Rs.25 each, what is the effective discount on each coconut?

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 1 i.e. 20%.

We have given in the question,

3 coconuts are offered free on purchase of 12 coconuts.

So, the effective discount = 3/(12 + 3) × 100 = 20%