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A sells an umbrella to B at a loss of 20%, B sells it to C at a loss of 10% and finally C sells it to D at a loss of 5%. If D bought that umbrella at 342, at what cost had A bought it?
A sells an umbrella to B at a loss of 20%, B sells it to C at a loss of 10% and finally C sells it to D at a loss of 5%. If D bought that umbrella at 342, at what cost had A bought it?
Updated On: May 4, 2024
- Rs 400
- Rs 500
- Rs 560
- Rs 600
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The correct option is (B): Rs 500
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