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A trader purchases a watch and a wall clock for Rs. 390. he sells them making a profit of 10% on the watch and 15% on the wall clock. He earns a profit of Rs. 51.50. The difference between the original price of the wall clock and the watch is equal to


A) Rs. 80

B) Rs. 120

C) Rs. 110

D) Rs. 100

Correct Answer:
C) Rs. 110

Description for Correct answer:
According to question,



39 units = 390

1 unit = \( \Large \frac{390}{39}=10 \)

11 units = 10\( \times \)11 = Rs. 110

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