A shopkeeper marks his goods 40% above cost price and allows a discount of 25%. Find his gain percent. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

A shopkeeper marks his goods 40% above cost price and allows a discount of 25%. Find his gain percent.
A. 6%
B. 5%
C. 4%
D. 3%
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
CP=100, MP=140, SP=140×0.75=105, gain 5%.

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