SSC GD 2026 PYQ — Question 59

SSC GD Constable - 4 May 2026 - Shift 1 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q59

The marked price of an article is 50 percent more than its cost price. If the profit earned is 25 percent, then what is the discount offered on the article?

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

Cost Price = 100

Marked Price = 150

Selling Price = 125

Discount = 150 - 125 = 25

Discount Percentage = 25 / 150 × 100= 16.67%