A trader allows a discount of 20% on the marked price and still gains 15%. If the cost price is Rs. 600, find the marked price. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

A trader allows a discount of 20% on the marked price and still gains 15%. If the cost price is Rs. 600, find the marked price.
A. Rs. 900
B. Rs. 850
C. Rs. 875
D. Rs. 862.5
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
SP = 600*1.15 = 690. MP = 690 / 0.8 = 862.5.

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