If the cost price of 11 articles is equal to the selling price of 10 articles, find the gain percent. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

If the cost price of 11 articles is equal to the selling price of 10 articles, find the gain percent.
A. 10%
B. 8%
C. 15%
D. 12%
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Let CP of 1 = 1, CP of 11 = 11, SP of 10 = 11 => SP of 1 = 11/10 = 1.1, gain = 10%.

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