Question

A compact disc (CD) was sold at a profit of 12 1/2% .If it had been sold at a profit of 15% it could have gained him Rs 10 more . Find the cost price of the CD.

Answer 1

Was it sold on profit of 6 %

Answer 2

Answer:

400

Step-by-step explanation:

difference in profits = Rs 10

15 % - 12 1/2% = 10

15% - 12.5% = 10

2.5% = 10 => 1 % = 4

So then 100% = 100 × 4 = 400

cost price of CD = Rs 400