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1 packet of biscuits costs Rs. 16, but a pack of 4 of the same packet of biscuits costs Rs. 56. What is the effective discount (in %) on th…

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1 packet of biscuits costs Rs. 16, but a pack of 4 of the same packet of biscuits costs Rs. 56. What is the effective discount (in %) on the pack?
  • A8
  • B10
  • C7.5
  • D12.5
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Cost of 1 packet of biscuit = 56/4 = 14

⇒ Effective discount can be given as = (16 – 14) × 100/16 = 2 × 100/16

∴ Effective discount = 12.5%