Mathematics
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Question
Ghafoor spent Rs 25 including 30 paise sales tax at 6% on taxable items. What was the cost of the tax-free items?
A
Rs. 15
B
Rs. 15.70
C
Rs. 19.70
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D
Rs. 20
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A
Rs. 15
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B
Rs. 15.70
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C
Rs. 19.70
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D
Rs. 20
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Explanation
Taxable value = 0.30/0.06 = 5. Goods net of tax = 24.70 ⇒ tax-free = 24.70 − 5 = Rs 19.70.