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By selling an article for ₹765, a man loses 15%. At what price should he sell it to gain 15%?

Competition practiceProfit, Loss & Discount
  • A900
  • B1035
  • C990
  • D1050

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Cost price = 765 / 0.85 = 900. Selling price for a 15% gain = .
Answer: B) 1035

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