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A stall owner buys a coat for ₹2450 and wants a profit of 8%. What should be the selling price?

Class 8Profit and LossComparing Quantities
  • A₹2650
  • B₹2646
  • C₹2458
  • D₹2254

Step-by-Step Solution

Profit = 8% of 2450 = ₹196. SP = 2450 + 196 = ₹2646. ₹2458 adds 8 rupees, not 8%.
Answer: B) ₹2646

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