A dealer sells a product for Rs. 380, losing 5%. What is the cost price? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

A dealer sells a product for Rs. 380, losing 5%. What is the cost price?
A. Rs. 390
B. Rs. 385
C. Rs. 400
D. Rs. 410
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
SP = 95% of CP => CP = 380 / 0.95 = 400.

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Question #1
A person sells an item at Rs. 450, losing 10%. What would be the selling price to gain 10%?
A. Rs. 540
B. Rs. 550
C. Rs. 500
D. Rs. 520

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
CP = 450 / 0.9 = 500. To gain 10%, SP = 500*1.1 = 550.

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Question #2
A man sells a watch for Rs. 560, gaining 12%. Find the cost price.
A. Rs. 480
B. Rs. 520
C. Rs. 500
D. Rs. 540

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
CP = 560 / 1.12 = 500.

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If a product is sold at Rs. 450, there is a loss of 10%. At what price should it be sold to gain 10%?
A. Rs. 530
B. Rs. 520
C. Rs. 500
D. Rs. 550

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
CP = 450/0.9 = 500. To gain 10%, SP = 500*1.1 = 550.

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