1) When a plot is sold for Rs. 18,700, the owner loses 15%. At what price must the plot be sold in order to gain 15% ? A) Rs. 21,000 B) Rs. 22,500 C) Rs. 25,300 D) Rs. 25,800 E) Rs. 25,900 Answer: Option CExplanation:$85:18700=115:x$ or $x=\left(\frac{18700\times 115}{85}\right)=25300$. Hence, S.P = Rs. 25,300