general math MCQ #813

Haider made a profit of 25% in the first year. The next year, he had a loss of 20% on the capital he had at the beginning of the second year. What was his overall profit or loss percentage over the two years?

general math MCQ #813

  1. Question 1

    Q1. Haider made a profit of 25% in the first year. The next year, he had a loss of 20% on the capital he had at the beginning of the second year. What was his overall profit or loss percentage over the two years?

    • A) 4% loss
    • B) 5% gain
    • C) 5% loss
    • D) No profit & no loss

    Answer: No profit & no loss

    Explanation: Starting with Rs. 100: after 25% gain = Rs. 125; after 20% loss = 125 × 0.8 = Rs. 100; net result is no profit and no loss.