Arithmeticmedium · Past Paper
A man sells two houses at Rs. 99,000 each. On one he gains 10% and on other he loses 10%. His net result is?
ANo profit no loss
B1% gain
C1% loss
D2% loss
✓ Correct Answer: C — 1% loss
In such cases, there is always a loss of (x^2 / 100)% = (10^2 / 100) = 1% loss.
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