Learn + Solve: Shortcut, Trap & Fast Route Click to view shortcut, steps, and common mistake

Learn + solve

Shortcut used, common trap, and the fastest solving route

Shortcut used: Write CP and SP first, then decide profit or loss before using percentage.

Solve in 3 steps:

1. Identify CP and SP.
2. Find profit/loss amount.
3. Use CP as base for percentage if asked.

Common mistake: Do not use selling price as the base for profit/loss percentage.

A shopkeeper buys an article for Rs. 800 and sells it for Rs. 920. Find the profit percentage.

Topic Recommendations

Recommended Next Practice

Use these suggestions after solving the practice questions above.

Practice Similar Questions

PYQ Collection

Concept tagged

demo-seed original flow-test mathematics profit-and-loss

No direct similar question is published yet. Continue with topic practice, a topic test, or the PYQ collection.

Topic Practice PYQ Collection

Smart Links

Related Practice & Revision

Helpful next steps for practice, revision, and timed tests.

Next Actions

Profit and Loss Revise Formula Sheet Revise Mathematics Continue Topic Practice Practice

Related Topics

Quantitative Aptitude · concept family Profit and Loss Related by topic wording and exam context Revise

Related Articles

Same topic article Profit and Loss for SSC CGL – Complete Guide Learn Profit and Loss for SSC CGL with concepts, formulas, shortcuts, PYQ-style questions, mistakes and … Read Same subject guide Percentage for SSC CGL – Complete Guide All concepts, formulas, tricks, and PYQs of percentage are explained in this article. Read