Question
Profit after selling an article for Rs. 870 is 16 (2/3)%
more than the loss incurred when it is sold at Rs. 740. What would be the selling price if he want to earn a profit of 37.5%?Solution
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A number undergoes a 35% increase, followed by a 20% decrease. What is the net percentage change in the original number?
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