Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

Numerical Ability

Topic

Profit and Loss

Question:

Anil sold an article at a loss of 15%. Had he sold it for Rs.84 more, be would have gained 13%. At what price should he have sold it to gain 20% ?

Options:

Rs.350

Rs.375

Rs.360

Rs.300

Correct Answer:

Rs.360

Explanation:

Direct concept =

Loss% + Profit% = Given amount in rupees to be sold more at

15% + 13% = 84

28% = 84

100% of CP = 300

120% of CP = 360