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. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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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. 20%

B. 15%

C. 12%

D. 18%

Answer: Option B

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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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Successive discounts of x% and 15% are equivalent to a single discount of 32%. What is the value of x?

A. 15

B. 18

C. 22

D. 20

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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Equivalent multiplier = (1 - x/100) * 0.85. 1 - 0.32 = 0.68. (1 - x/100) * 0.85 = 0.68. 1 - x/100 = 0.68 / 0.85 = 0.80. x/100 = 0.20. x = 20.

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