A. 5
B. 8
C. 10
D. 15
Explanation:
He buys 12 oranges,
Then S.P = Rs. 1
Now, 80 : 1 :: 120 : X
X = 1 × 120/80 = 3/2 Rs. 3/2,
oranges sold = 12 Rs. 1,
oranges sold = (12 × 2/3) = 8
Correct Answer: 8 ✔
Last Updated: February 07, 2020
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