There was 29% off on bags. A lady bought a bag and got 13% discount for paying in cash. She paid Rs. 617.70. What was the price tag (in Rs.) on the bag?
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
Correct Answer is option 3 i.e. 1000
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SP = MP × (100 – discount)/100 |
Given SP = 617.7 And Discount of 29% and 13% are provided successively. |
617.7 = MP × (100 – 29)/100 × (100 – 13)/100 ⇒617.7 = MP × 0.71 × 0.87 ⇒ MP = 617.7/(0.71 × 0.87) ⇒ MP = 1000 |
617.7/(0.71 × 0.87) ⇒ 870/0.87 ⇒ 1000 |