Question

The original price of a washing machine which was bought for Rs 13,500 inclusive of 8% VAT is:

• A. Rs 12,420
• B. Rs 12,500
• C. Rs 13,492
• D. Rs 14,580

Answer 1

The correct option is B Rs 12,500

Let the original price of the washing machine is x.
VAT on original price = $\frac{8x}{100}$

According to the given question-
$x+\frac{8x}{100}=13500$
$\Rightarrow \frac{108x}{100}=13500$
$\Rightarrow 108x=13500\times 100$
$\Rightarrow x=\frac{1350000}{108}=12,500$
Hence, the original price of the washing machine is Rs. 12,500.