The profit earned by selling an article for Rs. 1630 is the same as the loss incurred by selling it for Rs. 1320. At what price should it be sold to earn a 20% profit? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The profit earned by selling an article for Rs. 1630 is the same as the loss incurred by selling it for Rs. 1320. At what price should it be sold to earn a 20% profit?
A. Rs. 1770
B. Rs. 1800
C. Rs. 1850
D. Rs. 1750
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Cost Price = (1630 + 1320) / 2 = 2950 / 2 = 1475. Desired Selling Price = 1475 * 1.20 = 1770.

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A shopkeeper sells a fan for Rs. 660, losing 10%. Find the cost price.
A. Rs. 733.33
B. Rs. 700
C. Rs. 750
D. Rs. 720

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A. Rs. 920
B. Rs. 900
C. Rs. 940
D. Rs. 950

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A. Rs. 750
B. Rs. 720
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