A man sold a TV for Rs. 15000, making a profit of 20%. Find the cost price. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

A man sold a TV for Rs. 15000, making a profit of 20%. Find the cost price.
A. Rs. 14000
B. Rs. 13000
C. Rs. 12500
D. Rs. 12000
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
CP = 15000/1.2 = 12500.

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If the cost price of an article is Rs. 600 and the selling price is Rs. 540, what is the loss percentage?
A. 12%
B. 15%
C. 10%
D. 8%

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If the selling price of an article is Rs. 384 and the profit is 28%, find the cost price.
A. Rs. 300
B. Rs. 290
C. Rs. 320
D. Rs. 310

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If the selling price of an article is Rs. 468 and the profit is 30%, find the cost price.
A. Rs. 380
B. Rs. 360
C. Rs. 400
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Correct Answer: Option B


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