SSC GD 2019 PYQ — Question 68

SSC GD Constable (English) - 12 Feb 2019 Shift 1 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q68

Selling price and cost price of a book are in the ratio of 3 : 4. What will be the profit/loss percentage?

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. 25% loss.

Understanding/Application 

Let the common ratio be x.

S.P. and C.P. of book be 3x and 4x.

Loss = C.P. - S.P. = 4x - 3x = x

Loss% = [(x/4x) × 100] = 25%