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A trader's bill is shown. He sells all 20 shirts at ₹270 each. What is his profit per cent?

Class 8Profit and LossComparing Quantities
  • A20%
  • B15%
  • C35%
  • D28.6%

Step-by-Step Solution

CP = 4000 + 200 + 300 = ₹4500 (transport and packing are overheads). SP = = ₹5400. Profit = ₹900, Profit % %. Using only ₹4000 as cost gives 35%.
Answer: A) 20%

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