SSC Sample Paper SSC (Group-C) Sample Test Paper-1

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    A shopkeeper used to allow a discount of Rs. 20 on a product. He doubles the discount on the product and sold it for Rs. 80. What was the percentage of discount offered?

    A)  20%              

    B)  25%

    C)  30%              

    D)  33.33%  

    Correct Answer: D

    Solution :

     Marked price of article = 80 + 40 = Rs. 120 If the discount be \[x\]%, then \[x\]% of 120 = Rs. 40 \[\Rightarrow \]\[\frac{120\times x}{100}=40\] \[\Rightarrow \]\[x=\frac{40\times 100}{120}=\frac{100}{3}=\frac{100}{3}=33.33%\]


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