Price up 20%, person buys 2 kg less for Rs. 60. Original price/kg: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Price up 20%, person buys 2 kg less for Rs. 60. Original price/kg:
A. Rs. 7
B. Rs. 4
C. Rs. 6
D. Rs. 5
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Original price x, xy=60. New 1.2x(y-2)=60 → 1.2×60 - 2.4x =60 → x=5.

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