Practice mode Profit and Loss

A manufacturer sells a fridge to a wholesaler at 10% profit, who sells it to a retailer at 15% profit. The retailer’s cost is Rs. 3,036. What is the manufacturing cost?

Correct answer C. Rs. 2,400

Explanation

Retailer's cost = 1.10 × 1.15 × manufacturing cost = 1.265 × cost. Manufacturing cost = 3,036/1.265 = Rs. 2,400.

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