One dozen pairs of gloves quoted at ₹ 120 are sold at a discount of 20%. Find…

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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?

  1. A.

    4

  2. B.

    3

  3. C.

    2

  4. 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.

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