Question
A mixer-grinder is sold for Rs. 594 after two successive concessions of x% and 12%, respectively. If the marked price is Rs. 900, find
x.
Solution
ATQ, 900 × (0.88) × {(100 - x)/100} = 594 Or, 792 × (100 - x) = 59400 Or, 100 - x = 75 Or, x = 25
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