Question

A book was bought for $40 and later sold at profit of 25%. What was the selling price of the book?

Answer 1

$50

Explanation:

25% of $40 is $10 dollars. so a book sold with 25% profit is $50

Answer 2

The book was 50 dollars

Explanation:

0.25% x 40 dollars = $10

10 + 40 (the original amount) = $50