A shopkeeper sells an item at Rs. 180, losing 10%. What is the cost price? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

A shopkeeper sells an item at Rs. 180, losing 10%. What is the cost price?
A. Rs. 200
B. Rs. 210
C. Rs. 190
D. Rs. 185
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
CP = 180/0.9 = 200.

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Question #1
A shopkeeper sells an item for Rs. 450, gaining 12.5%. Find the cost price.
A. Rs. 380
B. Rs. 400
C. Rs. 410
D. Rs. 420

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
CP = 450/1.125 = 400.

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Question #2
A person buys a product for Rs. 150 and sells it for Rs. 120. Calculate the loss percentage.
A. 30%
B. 15%
C. 20%
D. 25%

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Loss = Cost Price - Selling Price = 150 - 120 = 30. Loss Percentage = (Loss / Cost Price) * 100 = (30 / 150) * 100 = 20%.

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Question #3
If a shopkeeper sells an item at Rs. 360, he gains 20%. Find the cost price.
A. Rs. 320
B. Rs. 280
C. Rs. 340
D. Rs. 300

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
CP = 360/1.2 = 300.

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