Arithmetichard · Past Paper
After allowing a discount of 10% on the marked price, a trader still gains 20%. If the marked price is Rs. 800, what is the cost price?
ARs. 600
BRs. 720
CRs. 640
DRs. 500
✓ Correct Answer: A — Rs. 600
SP = 90% of 800 = 720. CP = (720 * 100) / 120 = 600.
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