A shopkeeper allows a discount of 25% on the marked price and still gains 20%. If the cost price is Rs. 600, find the marked price. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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A shopkeeper allows a discount of 25% on the marked price and still gains 20%. If the cost price is Rs. 600, find the marked price.

A. Rs. 900

B. Rs. 960

C. Rs. 1000

D. Rs. 800

Answer: Option B

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

SP = 600×1.2=720. MP = 720/0.75 = 960.

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