Multiple choice

Anushika sells her watch at a loss of 5%. If she had sold it for Rs.56.25 more she would have gained 10%. What will be her gain or loss percentage if she sells it for Rs.450? अनुषिका अपनी घड़ी 5% की हानि पर बेचती है। यदि उसने वह रू 56.25 अधिक में बेची होती तो उसे 10% का लाभ होता। यदि वह इसे रू 450 में बेचे तो उसका लाभ या हानि प्रतिशत क्या होगा?

  1. 10

  2. 15

  3. 20

  4. 30

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C Correct answer
Explanation

The difference between 10% gain and 5% loss is 15% of CP, which equals Rs. 56.25. So CP = 56.25/0.15 = Rs. 375. Selling at 5% loss means SP = 0.95 × 375 = Rs. 356.25. If sold for Rs. 450, gain = 450 - 375 = Rs. 75, which is 75/375 = 20%. Option C is correct.