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 At what price must an article costing Rs.47.50 be marked in order that after deducting 5% from the list price. It may be sold at a profit of 25% on the cost price?

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 At what price must an article costing Rs.47.50 be marked in order that after deducting 5% from the list price. It may be sold at a profit of 25% on the cost price?

A). Rs. 28.35

B). Rs. 36.56

C). Rs. 40.45

D). Rs. 62.50


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Rs. 62.50



CP = 47.50
SP = 47.50*(125/100) = 59.375
MP*(95/100) = 59.375
MP = 62.5

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