The marked price of a microwave oven is Rs.15,990 and it is sold for Rs.12,792. What is the rate of discount offered?
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Explanation:
To calculate the discount rate, follow these steps:
- Calculate the discount amount: Subtract the selling price from the marked price.
Discount = Rs. 15,990 - Rs. 12,792 = Rs. 3,198
- Calculate the discount percentage using the formula:
\[
\text{Discount Percentage} = \left( \frac{\text{Discount Amount}}{\text{Marked Price}} \right) \times 100
\]
\[
\text{Discount Percentage} = \left( \frac{3,198}{15,990} \right) \times 100 \approx 20\%
\]
- Check the given options:
- Option 1: 25%
- Option 2: 20%
- Option 3: 21%
- Option 4: 24%
- Highlight the correct option: Option 2: 20%
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By: Parvesh Mehta