If a trader sold two cars each at Rs. 325475 and gains 12% on the first and loses 12% on the second, then his profit or loss percent on the whole is_______?

A. 1.44% loss
B. 14.4% profit
C. 14.4% loss
D. 0%
E. None of these

Explanation:

SP of each car is Rs. 325475, he gains 12% on first car and losses 12% on second car.

In this case, there will be loss and percentage of loss is given by = [(profit%)(loss%)]/100 = (12)(12)/100 % = 1.44%

Correct Answer: 1.44% loss ✔

Last Updated: February 07, 2020