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A trader sold half of his articles at 60% profit, half of the remaining at 20% loss and the rest was sold at the cost price. In total transaction his gain % or loss % will be:
A trader sold half of his articles at 60% profit, half of the remaining at 20% loss and the rest was sold at the cost price. In total transaction his gain % or loss % will be:
Updated On: Feb 28, 2025
- Gain 20%
- Loss 5%
- Gain 40%
- Gain 25%
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The correct option is (D):Gain 25%
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