- A120%
- B20%
- C10%
- D16⅔%
Step-by-Step Solution
Take CP = 5 and SP = 6. Profit = 1, Profit % %. 16⅔% divides by SP.
Answer: B) 20%
The cost price and selling price of an article are in the ratio 5 : 6. What is the profit per cent?
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