SSC CHSL 2023 PYQ — Question 65

SSC CHSL - 09 Aug 2023 - Shift 3 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q65

The marked price of a school bag was Rs 550. This price was 10% above the cost price. It was sold at a discount of 10% on the marked price. Find the gain or loss percentage.

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Loss 1%.

According to the given question,

MP = 110% of CP

⇒ CP = 550 × 100/110 

⇒ CP = 500

Now, SP = MP × (100 - D)/100

⇒ 550 × 90/100 = 495

Required loss percentage = [(500 - 495)/500] × 100

⇒ 100 × 5/500 = 1%