Q218
A sells a cycle to B at a profit of 10% , B sells to C at a profit of 20% . If C pays Rs. 264 for it, how much did A pay for it ?
A.
Rs. 200
AnswerB.
Rs. 220
C.
Rs. 225
D.
Rs. 234
Answer: Option A
Solution
Answer: Option A
Solution:
Let cost price for A = Rs. 100SP for A = CP for B = 100 + 10% of 100 = 110
SP for B = CP for C = 110 + 20% of 110 = 132
Given,
CP for C = 264
So,
132 = 264
CP for A = Rs. 200