Problema Solution

If the markup of a fluorescent light fixture transformer is 120% based on the cost, what is the corresponding percent markup based on selling price? (Round percent to the nearest tenth.)

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Let ..C.P=100.....

Mark up = 120 ...

S.P.= 100+120=220

Mark up on basis of S.P. = 100*120/220 = 54.54%.