Correct option is A
Given:
Selling Price(SP) of 30 book = Cost Price(CP) of 45 Books
Formula Used:
Loss and gain % =
Solution:
SP of 30 = CP of 45
SP >CP
So,
Profit % =
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The selling price of 30 books is equal to the cost price of 45 books. Find the loss or gain percentage.
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