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An item bought for ₱900 is sold for ₱990. What is the profit as a percent of the SELLING price?
- 9.09%
- 10%
- 90%
- 90.91%
Answer
A. 9.09%
Solution
Profit = ₱90. Based on selling price: 90 ÷ 990 × 100 = 9.09%.
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