A toy purchased for Rs.1125 was sold at a loss of 16%. The selling price of…

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A toy purchased for Rs.1125 was sold at a loss of 16%. The selling price of the toy was:

  1. A.

    Rs.975

  2. B.

    Rs.945

  3. C.

    Rs.960

  4. D.

    Rs.678

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Correct answer: B

Key idea: the selling price = cost price × (1 − loss%).

  • Step 1: Calculate the loss amount: 16% of 1125 = 0.16 × 1125 = 180.

  • Step 2: Subtract the loss from the cost price: 1125 − 180 = 945.

  • Alternative: Directly compute selling price = 1125 × (84/100) = 945.

Therefore the selling price of the toy is Rs.945.

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