The cost price of a radio is Rs.1500 and it was sold for Rs.1230, find the loss %?
Correct answer: A. 18%
- A. 18%
- B. 9%
- C. 15%
- D. 6%Educational Resources
Explanation
The loss is Rs.1,500 - Rs.1,230 = Rs.270. Loss percent = Rs.270/Rs.1,500 x 100 = 18%. Students often choose c by using the loss as a percentage of the selling price rather than the cost price.
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