Direction: The following pie-chart shows the percentage distribution of the expenditure incurred in publishing a book. Study the pie-chart and the answer the questions based on it. Various Expenditures (in percentage) Incurred in Publishing a Book.
If 5500 copies are published and the transportation cost on them amounts to Rs. 82500, then what should be the selling price of the book so that the publisher can earn a profit of 25%?
Rs. 187.50
Correct AnswerRs. 191.5
Incorrect AnswerExplanation:
The total transport cost on 5500 copies = 82500
15/10 x 125 = 187.50.
Hence, option 1 is the correct answer.
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By: Amit Kumar