ArithmeticQuestion 346 of 550

A trader sold an item for 250 SAR and made a profit of 25% of its cost. What was the cost?

  1. 187.5 SAR
  2. 200 SAR
  3. 225 SAR
  4. 250 SAR
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Correct answer: 200 SAR

Selling price = 125% of cost. Cost = 250 ÷ 1.25 = 200 SAR.

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Questions last reviewed: 21 October 2026