The difference between the cost price and selling price of an article is

COMMERCE
WAEC 2012

The difference between the cost price and selling price of an article is

  • A. commission
  • B. mark-up
  • C. rebate
  • D. discount

Correct Answer: B. mark-up

Explanation

Mark-up is simply the amount added to the cost price of goods to cover overheads and profit. This is the difference between the buying price and the selling price



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