Aptitude - Profit and Loss - Discussion
Discussion Forum : Profit and Loss - General Questions (Q.No. 4)
4.
In a certain store, the profit is 320% of the cost. If the cost increases by 25% but the selling price remains constant, approximately what percentage of the selling price is the profit?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Let C.P.= Rs. 100. Then, Profit = Rs. 320, S.P. = Rs. 420.
New C.P. = 125% of Rs. 100 = Rs. 125
New S.P. = Rs. 420.
Profit = Rs. (420 - 125) = Rs. 295.
 Required percentage = |
 |
295 | x 100 |  % |
= | 1475 | % = 70% (approximately). |
| 420 | 21 |
Video Explanation: https://youtu.be/bQA8SB8ycbw
Discussion:
146 comments Page 12 of 15.
Maahi said:
2 years ago
I can't understand this.Anyone explain this to me?
(16)
Sowmya said:
10 years ago
Thanks you so much every one for nice discussion.
Bhushan said:
9 years ago
From where the value 1475 come? Give explanation.
Kavi said:
1 decade ago
Somebody please explain me the question clearly.
Mongam said:
6 years ago
I am not understanding. Please, anyone, help me.
Prince said:
5 years ago
Can anybody tell me, why to assume the cp 100?
(4)
Vivek said:
1 decade ago
You can assume 100 or x becoz for simplicity.
Adeesh dhiman said:
10 years ago
Why did put in the question p = gain/sp*100?
Bhavi said:
1 decade ago
The answer is 236% is we substitute CP=125.
Deepika said:
9 years ago
Thanks for your clear explanation @Malini.
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