SSC CGL – Combined Graduate Level Examination · Question 52
A wholesaler marks up goods by 50% and gives a 12% trade discount. The retailer marks up by 20% and offers an 8% discount. The customer pays ₹12,216. What is the wholesaler's cost price approximately?
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Answer: (B) ₹8,383
Explanation
C × 1.5 × 0.88 × 1.2 × 0.92 = 1.45728C = 12,216, so C ≈ ₹8,383.