SSC Selection Post 2022 PYQ — Question 51

SSC Selection Post - Matriculation Level 2022 - 2 Aug 2022 - Shift 1 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q51

The marked price of mustard oil is 10% more than its cost price. At what per cent less than the marked price should it be sold, to have no profit and no loss?

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. 9111%9{1\over 11} \% .

Let cost price = ₹100

Marked price = ₹110

To sell at no profit, selling price = ₹100

Required % less = (10/110) × 100 = 9111%9{1\over 11} \%