A shopkeeper sells a radio for Rs. 2200, making a profit of 10%. What was the cost price? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

A shopkeeper sells a radio for Rs. 2200, making a profit of 10%. What was the cost price?
A. Rs. 2100
B. Rs. 1900
C. Rs. 2050
D. Rs. 2000
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
CP = 2200/1.1 = 2000.

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A shopkeeper sells a radio for Rs. 660, gaining 10%. Find the cost price.
A. Rs. 600
B. Rs. 580
C. Rs. 620
D. Rs. 640

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
CP = 660/1.1 = 600.

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A dealer marks his goods 50% above cost price and gives a discount of 20%. What is his gain percent?
A. 15%
B. 30%
C. 25%
D. 20%

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
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By selling a bicycle for Rs. 2850, a shopkeeper gains 14%. If the profit is reduced to 8%, what is the new selling price?
A. Rs. 2600
B. Rs. 2700
C. Rs. 2800
D. Rs. 2750

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
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