Question

    If the sales tax be reduced from 3(1/2) % to 3(1 /3) %

    what difference does it make to a person who purchases an article whose marked price is 4,200?
    A 6 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 8 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 7 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 9 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Required difference = [3 (1/2) % of Rs.8400] - [3 (1/3) % of Rs.8400]   = [(7/2-(10/3)] % of Rs.4200 =1/6 % of 4200   = [(1/6) ×4200× (1/100)] = Rs. 7.

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