Question

    The cost price of 32 pineapples is Rs. 80. If they are

    sold at a 20% profit, how many pineapples need to be sold for exactly Rs. 72 to break even, considering the profit already made?
    A 25 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 24 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 35 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 42 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E none of these Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    ATQ, Cost price of 1 pineapple = 80/32 = Rs. 2.50 Selling price of 1 pineapple = 2.50 × 120% = Rs. 3 Required number = 72/3 = 24

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