Two books are each sold for Rs 40. On the first there is a 20% gain and on the second a 20% loss. The overall result is:
Q1. Two books are each sold for Rs 40. On the first there is a 20% gain and on the second a 20% loss. The overall result is:
Answer: 4% loss
Explanation: Cost prices are Rs 33.33 and Rs 50, totalling Rs 83.33 against sales of Rs 80. The overall loss is about 4% on the total cost.