In a certain store, the profit is $320 \%$ of the cost. If the cost increases by $25 \%$ but the selling price remains constant, approximately what percentage of the selling price is the profit?

  • A
    $30$
  • B
    $70$
  • C
    $100$
  • D
    $250$

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