Question

if oranges are bought at the rate of 12 for rs 10 find how many must be sold per rupee to gain 20℅

Answer 1

Solution:

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Let the oranges bought are 12

Then

C. P of 12 oranges = ₹10

Now, the required gain is 20%

Gain is always counted on CP

SP = 120% of 10 = ₹12

S P = 10 + 2 = 12

So, 12 oranges should be sold for ₹12 to gain 20%

CP of one orange = 12 ÷ 12 = ₹ 1

So, One orange per rupee should be sold to gain 20 % gain.

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