College of Admission Tests Multan

Profit and Loss

Solve the question of and select the option from the choices A through D/E. Check your Answer and view the explanation.

Question: 2

A TV is purchased at Rs. 5000 and sold at Rs. 4000, find the lost percent.
  • 10%
  • 20%
  • 25%
  • 28%

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Correct Answer: B

C.P. = 5000

S.P. = 4000

Loss = 5000 - 4000 = 1000

Loss%=( Loss Cost × 100)% = ( 1000 5000 × 100)% = 20%