Find the cost of Rs. 6400, 10% stock at 15 discount.
Correct answer: A. 5440
- A. 5440
- B. 5480
- C. 6440
- D. 6480
Explanation
A 15% discount means the cost is 85% of the nominal stock value. Cost = 85/100 x Rs. 6400 = Rs. 5440. The likely trap is option b, Rs. 5480, which results from an incorrect discount calculation.
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