Question

find the original price of a washing machine which was brought brought for rupees 13500 inclusive of 8percent GST

Answer 1

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sp=13500

gst = 8%

let the cp be x

then 8/100x+x=108x/100

x=13500×100/108

cost price = 12500

Answer 2

Find the percentage of the price including GST :

Percentage = 100 + 8 = 108%

Price including GST = Rs 13500 (Given)

Find the original price:

108% = Rs 13500

1% = 13500 ÷ 108 = Rs 125

100% = 125 x 100 = Rs 12,500

Answer: The original price is Rs 12500