Mathematics
Statement 1: In case of profit (i.e. if S.P. > C.P.), C.P. = S.P. x .
Statement 2: In case of loss (i.e. if C.P. > S.P.), S.P. = .
Which of the following options is correct?
Both the statements are true.
Both the statements are false.
Statement 1 is true, and statement 2 is false.
Statement 1 is false, and statement 2 is true.
Profit, Loss & Discount
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Answer
When S.P. > C.P., using formula
Profit = S.P. - C.P.
By formula,
So, statement 1 is false.
When C.P. > S.P.,
Loss = C.P. - S.P.
By formula,
So, statement 2 is false.
Hence, option 2 is the correct option.
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