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Rajesh purchased a machine for ₹5,000 and paid ₹250 for its transportation. If he sells the machine for ₹5,075, what is his percentage profit or loss? (Correct to two decimal places) |
Profit of 3.33% Profit of 6.66% Loss of 3.33% Loss of 6.66% |
Loss of 3.33% |
CP of machine = Rs. 5,000 Transportation cost = Rs. 250 SP = Rs. 5,075 Ratio to C.P. to S.P. 5250 : 5075 30 : 29 = 1 loss Loss% = \(\frac{1}{30}\) × 100 = 3.33% |