SSC Selection Post 2024 PYQ — Question 72

SSC Selection Post - Matriculation Level - 20 June 2024 - Shift 4 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q72

A garrison of 140 men has provisions for 35 days. At the end of 10 days, 35 more men joined them. How many days can they sustain on the remaining provisions?

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. 20.

Initial total provision = 140 × 35 = 4900

Food consumed in 10 days = 140 × 10 = 1400

Remaining fooed = 4900 - 1400 = 3500

New total men = 140 + 35 = 175

Remaining days = 35001753500\over175 = 20