SSC CHSL 2021 PYQ — Question 61

SSC CHSL - 6 Aug 2021 - Shift 2 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q61

If a person sells a ceiling fan for Rs. 557.75 then, he gets a 15% profit. To get a 20% profit, at what amount should he sell the fan?

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Rs. 582.

Cost Price = 557.75 × 20/23

New Selling Price = 557.75 × 20/23 × 6/5

⇒ Rs. 582

Hence he should sell the fan for Rs. 582