Question

    A shopkeeper sold two articles for Rs. 3588 each. One

    article is sold at a profit of 15% 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. 8245.75 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Rs. 8345.75 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Rs. 8745.75 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Rs. 8700.75 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E None of these Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Cost price of both articles together = 3588/1.15 + 3588/0.8 = 3120 + 4485 = Rs. 7605 So, desired selling price = 1.15 × 7605 = Rs. 8745.75

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