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      Question

      A shopkeeper sold two products for Rs. 200 each. He earned

      a profit of 40% on one and incurred a loss of 30% on the other. Calculate the approximate difference in their cost prices.
      A Rs.102 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      B Rs.125 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      C Rs.143 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      D Rs.188 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

      Solution

      ATQ,

      Let CP of profit item = x, and loss item = y

      x = 200 / 1.4 = 142.86

      y = 200 / 0.7 = 285.71

      Required difference = 285.71 – 142.86 = Rs. 142.85 or Rs.143

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