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Ramesh bought a book whose list price is Rs. 750. The shopkeeper gave him 8% discount. If the rate of VAT is 15%, then find the amount that Ramesh paid for the book. (in Rs.)

A

`793.50`

B

`767.50`

C

`805.50`

D

`813.50`

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The correct Answer is:
A
List price = Rs. 750
Discount (in Rs.) `=(8)/(100)(750)=60`
Price after discount = Rs. 690
VAT paid (in Rs.) `=(15)/(100)(690)=103.50`
Amount paid (in Rs.) =690+103.50
=793.50
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