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A shopkeeper allows a 15% discount on the marked price of a cooler.
Even after the discount he gains 20% on his cost price of Rs 8500.
What is the marked price of the cooler?
Give your answer in rupees.

Class 8Discount and TaxComparing Quantities
  • A12000
  • B13200
  • C10800
  • D24000

Step-by-Step Solution

Selling price with 20% gain = . This is 85% of marked price, so MP = = Rs 12000.
Answer: A) 12000

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