A computer has a 50% markup, and after giving a 30% discount, the final price is 3,200 rupees. what is the cost price?
- 3200
- 3000
- 2500
- 2000
Explanation
Let the cost price be x.
- Markup is 50%, so marked price = x + 50%x = 1.5x
- 30% discount on marked price:
selling price = 1.5x × (1 - 0.30) = 1.5x × 0.70 = 1.05x
Given: selling price = 3200
⇒ 1.05x = 3200
⇒ x = 3200 / 1.05
⇒ x ≈ 3047.62
Correct answer: (none listed exactly)
Closest correct rounded option: b) 3000
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