A shopkeeper sold two articles for ₹10591 each. On one he gained 19% and on the other he lost 11%. What was his overall gain or loss percent (correct to one decimal place)? |
Profit 1.8% Profit 5% Loss 10% Loss 2.7% |
Profit 1.8% |
According to the question, CP SP 1st 100 119 ----(1) 2nd 100 89 ----(2) SP same Multiply by 89 in equation 1, and multiply by 119 in equation 2 CP SP 1st 100 119) × 89 2nd 100 89)× 119
CP SP 1st 8900 10591 2nd 11900 10591 ——————————————— 20800 21182 = 382 Profit Profit% = \(\frac{382 × 100}{20800}\) = 1.8% |