Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

Numerical Ability

Topic

Profit and Loss

Question:

Naveen purchases some no. of oranges at the rate of 18 oranges for Rs.1. How many oranges should he sell for Rs.1 for earning 80% profit?

Options:

11

10

12

14

Correct Answer:

10

Explanation:

CP = \(\frac{1}{18}\)

SP = \(\frac{1}{18}\) × \(\frac{180}{100}\) = \(\frac{1}{10}\)

He should sell 10 oranges for Rs. 1.