Question

Lakshmi sold two saree for 2185 each once lost 5% on the other He gain 15% find her gain or loss percent in the whole transaction

Answer 1

Loss on the first saree=5/100(2185) =10925/100= ₹109.25. Gain on another saree=15/100(2185)= ₹327.75 .So total gain= ₹327.75-₹109.25= ₹218.50. Gain%= 218.50/2185(2)×100 = 5% on total transaction.