A vendor bought toffees at 6 for a rupee. How many for a rupee must he sell to gain 20%? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

A vendor bought toffees at 6 for a rupee. How many for a rupee must he sell to gain 20%?
A. 5
B. 6
C. 3
D. 4
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Cost Price of 6 toffees = 1. Cost Price of 1 toffee = 1 / 6. Selling Price of 1 toffee to gain 20% = (1 / 6) * 1.20 = 1 / 5. He must sell 5 toffees for a rupee.

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If the selling price of an article is Rs. 312 and the profit is 20%, find the cost price.
A. Rs. 280
B. Rs. 270
C. Rs. 250
D. Rs. 260

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
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A man sells one-third of his goods at a 15% profit, one-fourth at a 20% profit, and the rest at a 24% profit. What is his overall profit percentage?
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Correct Answer: Option B


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Correct Answer: Option D


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