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A shopkeeper who deals in books sold a book at 16% loss. Had she charged an additional Rs.60 while selling it , her profit would have been 14%. Find the cost price, in rupees, of the book ?

A. Rs. 185

B. Rs. 154

C. Rs. 200

D. Rs. 177

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Correct choice: C

Explanation:

Let the C.P be 'x' Then, the selling price S.P = x - 16x/100 = 84x/100 = 21x/25 Now, if the S.P is 60 more, then the profit is 14% => 21x/25 + 60 = x + 14x/100 => 114x/100 - 21x/25 = 60 => (57 - 42)x/50 = 60 => 15x/50 = 60 x = 3000/15 = 200 Therefore, the Cost price C.P = x = Rs. 200

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Profit and Loss