The profit earned after selling an article for ₹ 625 is same as the loss incurred after selling the article for ₹ 435. The cost price of the article is

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Q. The profit earned after selling an article for ₹ 625 is same as the loss incurred after selling the article for ₹ 435. The cost price of the article is

(A) ₹ 520
(B) ₹ 530
(C) ₹ 540
(D) ₹ 550

Correct Answer - Option(B)

Explanation by: Yashika

Let CP = x
According to the question,
625 - x = x - 435
⇒ 2x = 1060
⇒ x = 1060/2 = ₹ 530

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