Arithmeticmedium · Past Paper
Selling price of an article is Rs. 240 and profit is 20%. Find the profit.
ARs. 40
BRs. 48
CRs. 50
DRs. 60
✓ Correct Answer: A — Rs. 40
CP = 240 / 1.2 = 200. Profit = 240 - 200 = 40.
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