By selling 12 oranges for $ 60, a man loses 25%. The number

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By selling 12 oranges for $ 60, a man loses 25%. The number of oranges he has to sell for $ 100, so as to gain 25% is

1. 10
2. 11
3. 12
4. 15

Correct Option: C

Given that , Selling Price of 12 oranges = $ 60 ,
On loss 25% ,

C.P. of 12 oranges = 60 ×	100	= $ 80
	75

For a gain of 25%,

S.P. of 12 oranges =	80 × 125	= $ 100
	100

Hence, 12 Orange has to sell, [You can also check through options]