An item marked at Rs 3550 is offered at x% discount for Rs 3124. If the discount offered is reduced to (x − 6)%, at what price will the item be available to customers?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 3
The correct answer is Option (3) → Rs 3337
Discount per cent is taken on the marked price. The first sale gives the rate \(x\); the new price is then the marked price less the smaller discount.
Discount \(=3550-3124=\) Rs 426
\(\displaystyle x=\frac{426}{3550}\times100=12\)
New discount \(=12-6=6\%\)
6% of Rs 3550 \(=\) Rs 213
New price \(=3550-213=\) Rs 3337
The item will be available for Rs 3337.