A shop earns a profit of 50% on cost. The cost price rises by 20% while the selling price stays the same. What is the new profit percentage on cost?
Correct answer A. 25%
Explanation
Take old CP = Rs. 100, so SP = Rs. 150. New CP = Rs. 120. New profit% = 30/120 × 100 = 25%.
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