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Discussion :: Profit and Loss

  1. Bhajan Singh purchased 120 reams of paper at Rs. 80 per ream. He spent Rs. 280 on transportation. Paid octrai at the rate of 40 paise per ream and paid Rs. 72 to the coolie. If he wants to have a gain of 8 %. What must be the selling price per ream?
  2. A.
    Rs. 86
    B.
    Rs. 87.48
    C.
    Rs. 89
    D.
    Rs. 90

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    Answer : Option D

    Explanation :

    C.P of 120 reams = Rs. (120 × 80 + 280 + 72 + 120 × 40) = Rs. 10000 



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