Question

Sahara bought 100 eggs for rs 1280. 15 of them were rotten for what rate should she sell it to get 10% profit.

Answer 1

≈ Rs. 16.57

Explanation:

Given:

• Number of eggs bought = 100
• Cost price = Rs. 1280
• Profit required = 10%
• Selling price = ?

Solution

Money should be made to get 10% profit:

• 1280+10% = 1280*1.1= Rs. 1408

Eggs left for sale:

• 100 - 15 = 85

Selling price:

• 1408/85 ≈ Rs. 16.57 per egg