SSC GD 2019 PYQ — Question 70

SSC GD Constable (English) - 19th Feb 2019 Shift 1 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q70

The profit on selling 35 mangoes is equal to the cost price of 7 mangoes. What is the profit percentage?

Show answer & explanation

Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. 20

According to question,

SP of 35 mangoes = CP of 35 mangoes + CP of 7 mangoes

SP of 35 mangoes = CP of 42 mangoes

SP/CP = 42/35 = 6/5

Profit % = (1/5) × 100 = 20%