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    Question

    A man bought a watch and sold it at a gain of 40%. If he

    had sold it for a gain of only 25%, his profit would have been Rs.225 less. What was the cost price of the watch?
    A Rs.1000 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Rs.2000 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Rs.1500 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Rs.2500 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    ATQ, Let the cost price be Rs.x. x * 140/100 – x * 125/100 = 225 7x/5 – 5x/4 = 225 28x – 25x = 225 * 20 3x = 4500 x = 1500 The cost price of the watch = x = Rs.1500

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