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Pofit after selling commodity for Rs. 425 is same as loss after selling it for Rs. 355. The cost of the commodity is?

Rs. 385
Rs. 390
Rs. 395
Rs. 400

Correct Answer: Rs. 390

Explanation:

Let C.P. = Rs. x then, 425 - x = x - 355
⇒ 2x = 780
∴ x = 390

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