- A650
- B600
- C500
- D750
Step-by-Step Solution
The ₹90 difference corresponds to 5% - (-10%) = 15% of the cost price. So CP = 90 / 0.15 = 600.
Answer: B) 600
An article is sold at a loss of 10%. Had it been sold for ₹90 more, there would have been a gain of 5%. Find the cost price of the article, in rupees.
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