SSC Selection Post 2022 PYQ — Question 68

SSC Selection Post - Matriculation Level 2022 - 2 Aug 2022 - Shift 1 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q68

In a discount scheme, there is 35% discount on the marked price of Rs.4,800, but the sale is finalised at Rs.2,184 only. What additional discount did the customer get?

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. 30%.

After 35% discount: 4800 × 0.65 = 3120

Extra discount = 3120 − 2184 = 936

% Extra discount = (936/3120) × 100 = 30%

Additional Discount = 30%