Arithmeticeasy · Past Paper
Find the loss percentage if an article bought for Rs. 50 is sold for Rs. 40.
A10%
B20%
C25%
D15%
✓ Correct Answer: B — 20%
Loss = 10. % = (10/50) * 100 = 20%.
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