A trader buys two articles for Rs. 4000 ...

A trader buys two articles for Rs. 4000 each. While selling if he gains 12.5% on one and loses 20% on the other, then what will be the overall loss per cent?

A

2.5

B

3.75

C

5

D

5.25

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The correct Answer is:

B

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