SSC CHSL 2019 PYQ — Question 67

SSC CHSL - 2nd July 2019 - Shift 2 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q67

When a article is sold for Rs. 291, there is a loss of 3%. What will be the selling price of the article if it is sold at a gain of 8%?

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

 The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Rs. 324

Understanding

Application

When the article is sold for Rs. 291, there is a loss of 3%:

Then,

CP = 291/0.97 = Rs. 300

Selling price of the article if it is sold at a gain of 8% = 300 × 1.08 = Rs. 324