A) 12.5%
B) 13%
C) 12.75%
D) 13.5%
Correct Answer: A
Solution :
(a): Let C.P of one pen = x C.P of 3 pens = 3x Let him sell at p% loss \[\Rightarrow S.P.=\frac{x(100-p)}{100}\] \[\Rightarrow S.P.(24\,pens)=\frac{24x(100-p)}{100}\] \[\therefore \frac{24x(100-p)}{100}=21x\] \[\Rightarrow 24(100-p)=2100\] \[\Rightarrow 300=24p\] \[\Rightarrow p=12.5%\]You need to login to perform this action.
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