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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 тАУ x * 125/100 = 225 7x/5 тАУ 5x/4 = 225 28x тАУ 25x = 225 * 20 3x = 4500 x = 1500 The cost price of the watch = x = Rs.1500

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