Arithmeticmedium · Past Paper
A watch is sold for Rs. 4,400 with 10% profit. If it were sold for Rs. 3,600, what would be the loss percentage?
A10%
B5%
C15%
D8%
✓ Correct Answer: A — 10%
CP = 4400/1.1 = 4000. Loss = 4000 - 3600 = 400. Loss % = (400/4000) * 100 = 10%.
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