A. 20% loss
B. 20% gain
C. 25% loss
D. 25% gain
Explanation:
Let C.P. of each article be Re. 1.
Then, C.P. of 50 articles = Rs. 50;
S.P. of 50 articles = Rs. 40.
Loss % = 10/50 * 100 = 20%
Correct Answer: 20% loss ✔
Last Updated: February 07, 2020
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