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Aptitude · Q88

Profit And Loss

Competitive Exams · Aptitude · question 88

Q88

A man sold his watch at a loss of 5%. Had he sold it for Rs. 56.25 more, he would have gained 10%. What is the cost price of the watch (in Rs.)?

A.
365
B.
370
C.
375
Answer
D.
390

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
He sold his watch at loss of 5%. If he sells his watch for Rs. 56.25 more, he would gain 10%. It means that
15% = Rs. 56.25.
So,
1% =
100% =   = Rs. 375
Therefore, the cost price of the watch is Rs. 375