Question

A watch was sold on its marked price at a gain of 20%. But allowing 5% discount, there would have
been gained Rs 140 only. Find the cost price
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Answer 1

Answer:

1000Rs

Step-by-step explanation:

let the cp be x

mp=1.2x(20%gain)

D=1.2x x 5/100=0.06x

sp=1.2x-0.06x=1.14

profit=1.14x -x -140

x=1000Rs

cp=1000Rs