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A house bought for N100,000 was later auctioned for N80,000. Find the loss percent.

A house bought for N100,000 was later auctioned for N80,000. Find the loss percent.
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  • A 20%
  • B 30%
  • C 40%
  • D 50%
  • E 60%
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
Loss = N(100,000 - 80,000)
= N20,000.
Loss percentage = \(\frac{20,000}{100,000} \times 100%\)
= 20%

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