$A$ dishonest dealer uses a scale of $90 \, cm$ instead of a metre scale and claims to sell at cost price. His profit percentage is:

  • A
    $9 \%$
  • B
    $10 \%$
  • C
    $12 \%$
  • D
    $11 \frac{1}{9} \%$

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