Manjit bought an iron safe for Rs.12160 and paid Rs.340 for its transportation. Then, he sold it for Rs.12875. Find his gain per cent.
Total Cost of an Iron Safe = Purchase Cost + Transportation
= 12160 + 340
= 12500
Cost Price (CP) of Iron Safe = Rs.12500
Selling Price (SP) of an Iron Safe = Rs.12875
Gain on Sell = SP – CP
= 12875-12500
= 375
Gain Percent =
= 3%
So, Gain Percent on Iron Safe is 3%.