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Aptitude · Q141

Profit And Loss

Competitive Exams · Aptitude · question 141

Q141

When a plot is sold for Rs. 18700, the owner loses 15% . At what price must the plot be sold in order to gain 15% ?

A.
Rs. 21,000
B.
Rs. 22,500
C.
Rs. 25,300
Answer
D.
Rs. 25,800

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
Let the new S.P. be Rs. x
Then, 85 : 18700 = 115 : x