An article was sold at a loss of 24%. If it were sold for ₹1,596 more, then there would have been a gain of 18%. The cost price of the article is:
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 3
Direct concept = Loss% + Profit% = Given more amount in rupees
24% + 18% = 1596
42% of CP = 1596
100% of CP = 3800