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A man sells an article at 7% loss. Had he sold it for Rs.72 more he could have gained 5%. what is the cost price of the article

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A man sells an article at 7% loss. Had he sold it for Rs.72 more he could have gained 5%. what is the cost price of the article
  • ARs. 300
  • BRs. 400
  • CRs. 500
  • DRs. 600
Correct answer: D

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Rs. 600

Short cut method:
Loss =====> 7 %
Profit ====> 5 %

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12 % ---------> 72
100 % --------> Rs.600/-