SSC CGL 2018 PYQ — Question 76

SSC CGL Tier II Quant - 09/03/2018 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q76

If a shopkeeper sells a mixer at Rs 11,400 then he suffers a loss of 5%. At what price (in Rs) should he sell the mixer to gain 10%?

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. 13200

Understanding

Application

If a shopkeeper sells a mixer at Rs 11,400 then he suffers a loss of 5%.

So,

Cost price = 11400/0.95 = 12000

Hence,

SP for 10% gain = 12000 × 1.1 = Rs. 13200