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Farhan sells two second-hand cycles for ₹1,500 each, gaining 25% on one and losing 25% on the other. What is his overall loss (in ₹)?

Competition practiceProfit, Loss & Discount
  • A200
  • B0
  • C120
  • D250

Step-by-Step Solution

Cost prices = 1500 ÷ 1.25 = ₹1,200 and 1500 ÷ 0.75 = ₹2,000. Total cost = ₹3,200 against total sale ₹3,000, a loss of ₹200.
Answer: A) 200

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