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1. In a certain store, the profit is 320% of the cost. If the cost increases 25% but the selling price remains constant, approximately what percentage of the selling price is the profit?

  • A. 30%
  • B. 30%
  • C. 30%
  • D. 30%

Answer: Option B

Explanation:

Cost  =  100 
Profit  = 320% of 100  = 320
Selling price   = 100   +   320  = 420 
New cost  =  100   +  (25% of 100 ) 
 = 100   +   25  = 125
 New Profit  =  420  - 125 
 = 295
New Profit Percenage  =  (295/420×100)%
=70.23%
=70%


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