SSC GD 2023 PYQ — Question 49

SSC GD Constable (English) - 10 Jan 2023 - Shift 1 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q49

Mohan is selling a table at Rs.2,832. If his profit is 18%, then what is the cost price of the table?

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Rs.2,400

Given that

Mohan is selling a table at Rs. 2,832.

If his profit is 18%, then

Cost Price = Selling Price × [100/(100 + Profit)] = 2832 × (100/118) = 2400 Rs