If a man were to sell his hand– cart for Rs. 720, he would

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If a man were to sell his hand– cart for Rs. 720, he would lose 25%. At what price must he sell it to gain 25%?

1. Rs. 1200
2. Rs. 960
3. Rs. 1152
4. Rs. 768

Correct Option: A

Given that , S.P. of hand-cart = Rs. 720 and loss = 25%

C.P. of hand-cart =	100	× 720 = Rs. 960
	75

For 25% profit ,

S.P. =	125	× 960 = Rs. 1200
	100