Question
A gadget was priced 75% higher than its actual cost and
then sold with a discount of Rs. 525. If it was sold for Rs. 1225, determine its cost price.Solution
ATQ,
Marked price of the gadget = 1225 + 525 = Rs. 1750 Cost price of the gadget = 1750 / 1.75 = Rs. 1000
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