A shopkeeper sold two articles for Rs. 9961 each. On one, he gained 24% and on the other, he lost 24%. What is the overall gain or loss %?

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5.76% loss

Overall gain or loss  = x + y - \(\frac{xy}{100}\) = +24 + (-24) - \(\frac{24×24}{100}\) = -5.76% or loss of 5.76%