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Question

A tradesman marks goods 10% above cost and allows 10% discount on MP. Profit or loss?

A
1% gain
B
1% loss
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C
5% gain
D
No gain no loss

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A
1% gain
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B
1% loss
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C
5% gain
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D
No gain no loss
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Explanation

SP = CP×1.10×0.90 = 0.99 CP → 1% loss.

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