The profit earned by selling a lamp for Rs. 860 is twice the loss incurred by selling it for Rs. 590. What is the cost price of the lamp?
Correct answer A. Rs. 680
Explanation
860 - CP = 2(CP - 590), so 860 + 1,180 = 3 CP. Hence CP = 2,040/3 = Rs. 680.
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