Question

    A shopkeeper sold two articles for Rs. 2500 each. One article is sold at a profit of 25% while another one is sold at a loss of 20%. What will be the sum of the selling prices of both the articles if the shopkeeper wants a profit of 15% by selling both the articles together?

    A Rs. 5293.75 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Rs. 5800.75 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Rs. 5853.75 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Rs. 5893.75 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Cost price of both articles together = 2500/1.25 + 2500/0.8 = 2000 + 3125 = Rs. 5125 So, desired selling price = 1.15 × 5125 = Rs. 5893.75

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