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A trader bought a generator for ₦85,000 and sold it at a gain of \(12\%\). Find the ...

A trader bought a generator for ₦85,000 and sold it at a gain of \(12\%\). Find the selling price.
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  • A ₦95,200
  • B ₦96,500
  • C ₦90,400
  • D ₦92,000
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
Gain: \[<br/>12\%\times85000<br/>\] \[<br/>=\frac{12}{100}\times85000<br/>\] \[<br/>=10200<br/>\] Selling price: \[<br/>85000+10200<br/>\] \[<br/>=95200<br/>\]

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