To solve this problem, we can break it down step by step:
1. Determine the number of chocolates bought:
The shopkeeper bought 40 chocolates.
2. Determine the cost per chocolate:
Each chocolate costs Rs. 5.
3. Calculate the total cost of the chocolates:
To find the total cost, we multiply the number of chocolates by the cost per chocolate:
[tex]\[
\text{Total Cost} = \text{Number of Chocolates} \times \text{Cost per Chocolate}
\][/tex]
Substituting the given values:
[tex]\[
\text{Total Cost} = 40 \times 5 = 200 \text{ Rs}
\][/tex]
4. Determine the amount spent to buy chocolates:
The shopkeeper spent Rs. 235.
5. Calculate the profit or loss:
To find the profit or loss, we need to subtract the total cost from the amount spent:
[tex]\[
\text{Profit or Loss} = \text{Amount Spent} - \text{Total Cost}
\][/tex]
Substituting the values:
[tex]\[
\text{Profit or Loss} = 235 - 200 = 35 \text{ Rs}
\][/tex]
Since the amount spent (Rs. 235) is greater than the total cost (Rs. 200), the shopkeeper made a profit.
Conclusion:
The shopkeeper made a profit of Rs. 35.
