Profit & Loss Calculations

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An item is sold at a loss of 15%. If its cost price is ₹800, what is the selling price?

  • ₹780
  • ₹680 (correct)
  • ₹760
  • ₹860

If a loss is made on a ₹800 item with the selling price being ₹680, what percentage of the cost price is this loss?

  • 12%
  • 10%
  • 15% (correct)
  • 8%

What is the loss amount when an item with a cost price of ₹800 is sold at a 15% loss?

  • ₹140
  • ₹80
  • ₹100
  • ₹120 (correct)

What would the selling price be if the item costing ₹800 was sold at a 10% loss?

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If you purchase an item for ₹800 and sell it for ₹680, the difference between the cost price and selling price represents what?

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Flashcards

Cost Price

The original price paid for an item before selling.

Loss Percentage

The percentage of loss incurred on the cost price when an item is sold for less than what it cost.

Selling Price Calculation

Formula to find selling price: Selling Price = Cost Price - Loss Amount.

15% Loss on ₹800

A 15% loss on an item costing ₹800 means a reduction of ₹120.

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Final Selling Price

After applying a 15% loss on ₹800, the selling price is ₹680.

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Study Notes

Profit & Loss Problem

  • A good is bought for 800 rupees

  • There is a loss of 15%

  • Calculate the selling price

  • Correct answer: 680 rupees

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