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A company decided to sell Rs.50.000/- T.V. set for Rs.46,000/ as a world cup offer. What is the percentage discount offered by the company?

A) 7.5%
B) 7%
C) 6.5%
D) 8%

Correct Answer:




D) 8%

Description for Correct answer:
Required percentage discount

= \( \Large \frac{ \left(50000-46000\right) }{50000} \times 100 \)

= \( \Large \frac{4}{50} \times 100 \) = 8%

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