Arithmetichard · Past Paper
By selling an article for Rs. 100, a man gains Rs. 15. Then his gain % is?
A15%
B17.64%
C12%
D20%
✓ Correct Answer: B — 17.64%
CP = 100 - 15 = 85. Gain % = (15/85)*100 = 17.64%.
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