Arithmeticmedium · Past Paper
A salesman's commission is 5% on sales. If he earns Rs. 1500, what were the total sales?
ARs. 25000
BRs. 30000
CRs. 35000
DRs. 40000
✓ Correct Answer: B — Rs. 30000
5% of Sales = 1500. Sales = 1500 / 0.05 = 30000.
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