A vegetable seller sells potatoes at Rs. 22 per kg which he purchased at Rs. 18 per kg. But he gives only 850 grams of potatoes instead of 1 kg while selling. What is the actual percentage profit earned by the seller?

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B

Solution:

Cost price of 1 kg potato = 18
Selling price of 1 kg potato = 22
Profit % $$=\frac{4}{18}\times 100=22.22\%$$
Now,