Arithmeticeasy · Past Paper
A table is bought for Rs. 1500 and sold for Rs. 1200. What is the loss percentage?
A20%
B25%
C30%
D15%
✓ Correct Answer: A — 20%
Loss = 300. Loss % = (300/1500) * 100 = 20%.
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