A shopkeeper marks his goods 50% above cost and gives a discount of 15%. What is his profit percent? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

A shopkeeper marks his goods 50% above cost and gives a discount of 15%. What is his profit percent?
A. 30%
B. 25%
C. 27.5%
D. 20%
Answer: Option C
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Question #1
A shopkeeper sells a product for Rs. 1080, gaining 20%. Find the cost price.
A. Rs. 920
B. Rs. 900
C. Rs. 950
D. Rs. 880

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
CP = 1080 / 1.20 = 900.

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Question #2
If the cost price of an item is Rs. 560 and it is sold at a profit of 15%, what is the selling price?
A. Rs. 660
B. Rs. 644
C. Rs. 640
D. Rs. 650

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
SP = 560*1.15 = 644.

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Question #3
A shopkeeper buys a pen for Rs. 25 and sells it for Rs. 30. What is the profit percentage?
A. 10%
B. 25%
C. 20%
D. 15%

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Profit = 30 - 25 = 5. Profit% = (5/25)*100 = 20%.

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