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In a certain store, the profit is 210% of the cost. If the cost increases by 40% but the selling price remains constant, approximately what % of the selling price is the profit?1. 48%2. 55%3. 50%4. 45% |
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Answer» Correct Answer - Option 2 : 55% GIVEN: In a certain store, the profit is 210% of the cost. CONCEPT: FORMULA USED: Profit on the selling price = [(SP – CP)/SP] × 100 CALCULATION: Let Cost price = Rs. 100 Then, Profit = Rs. 210, So, Selling price = Rs. 310 New CP = 140% of Rs. 100 = Rs. 140 New SP = Rs. 310 Hence, Profit = Rs. (310 – 140) = Rs. 170 ∴ Required percentage = (170/310) × 100 = 54.83 = 55% (Approx.) |
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