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SSC Selection Post 2019 PYQ — Question 74

SSC Selection Post - Higher Secondary Level 2019 - 15 Oct 2019 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q74

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The selling price of an article is 11121{1 \over 12} of the cost price. What is the profit percentage?

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e.  8138{1 \over 3}.

Given, SP = (13/12)CP

⇒ SP : CP = 13 : 12

Profit % = [(13 - 12)/12] × 100

⇒ 25/3 = 8138{1 \over 3}