A man sells two horses for Rs. 1 each. On one he gains 25% and on other he losses 25%. His total gain or loss percent is,
A. loss 6%
B. gain 6.25%
C. loss 6.25%
D. gain 6%
Solution(By Examveda Team)
In such case where loss and gain precentages are equal at same selling price, always a loss accurs.
We can find it through a short-cut formula.
(Loss or gain percentage /10)^2
= (25/10)^2
= 6.25% loss.
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