If the cost price of 9 articles is equal to the selling price of 11 articles, find the loss percent. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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If the cost price of 9 articles is equal to the selling price of 11 articles, find the loss percent.

A. 20%

B. 18.18%

C. 15%

D. 12%

Answer: Option B

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Let CP of 1 = 1, CP of 9 = 9, SP of 11 = 9 => SP of 1 = 9/11 = 0.818, loss = (1-0.818)*100 = 18.18%.

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The marked price of a machine is Rs. 3200. Two successive discounts are offered, the first being 10%. If the final selling price is Rs. 2448, find the second discount percentage.

A. 18%

B. 20%

C. 15%

D. 12%

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Price after first discount = 3200 * 0.90 = 2880. Second discount amount = 2880 - 2448 = 432. Second discount percentage = (432 / 2880) * 100 = 15%.

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