A merchant advertises 20% off on the items bought from his store. Find the…

2024

A merchant advertises 20% off on the items bought from his store. Find the price at which a customer bought a suitcase worth Rs. 560, a bag worth Rs. 90 and a towel worth Rs. 45.

  1. A.

    Rs.139

  2. B.

    Rs.556

  3. C.

    Rs.343

  4. D.

    Rs.456

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Correct answer: B

Step-by-Step Solution

To find the final purchase price, we first determine the total original value of the items and then apply the discount.

  1. Calculate the total original price:

    • Suitcase: Rs. 560

    • Bag: Rs. 90

    • Towel: Rs. 45

    • Total = 560 + 90 + 45 = Rs. 695.

  2. Calculate the discount amount:

    • The merchant offers a 20% discount.

    • Discount = 20% of 695

    • Discount = (20 / 100) * 695 = 0.2 * 695 = Rs. 139.

  3. Calculate the final purchase price:

    • Purchase Price = Total Original Price - Discount

    • Purchase Price = 695 - 139 = Rs. 556.

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