One dozen pairs of gloves quoted at ₹ 120 are sold at a discount of 20%. Find…
2026
One dozen pairs of gloves quoted at ₹ 120 are sold at a discount of 20%. Find how many pairs of gloves can be bought for ₹ 16?
- A.
4
- B.
3
- C.
2
- D.
5
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Correct answer: C
First, calculate the discounted price of one dozen pairs: ₹ 120 × (1 - 0.20) = ₹ 96.
Next, find the price per pair: ₹ 96 ÷ 12 = ₹ 8.
Finally, divide the available amount by the price per pair: ₹ 16 ÷ ₹ 8 = 2 pairs.