Arithmeticmedium · Past Paper
What is the CP of an article which is sold for Rs. 1470 at a profit of 16.66%?
ARs. 1200
BRs. 1260
CRs. 1300
DRs. 1250
✓ Correct Answer: B — Rs. 1260
16.66% = 1/6. SP = CP(1+1/6) = 7/6 CP. 1470 = 7/6 CP => CP = 1260.
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