A grocer’s 1 kg weight actually weighs 920 g, and he also sells at 15% above cost price. What is his total gain percentage?
Correct answer D. 25%
Explanation
He charges 1.15 × cost of 1,000 g but gives 920 g. Gain factor = 1.15 × 1000/920 = 1.25, so his total gain is 25%.
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