The profit earned after selling a wrist watch for Rs 4,080 is the same as the loss incurred  after selling the same wrist watch for Rs 3,650. What is the cost price of the wrist watch? 1. Rs 3,785
2. Rs 3,800
3. Rs 3,775
4. Rs 3,865

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4. Rs 3,865

Answer :

3865

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