SSC MTS 2024 PYQ — Question 7

SSC MTS - 01/10/2024 - (12:30 PM - 2:30 PM) • Quantitative Aptitude • Q7

A hemispherical bowl is of radius 7.7 cm. It is to be painted from inside as well as outside. Find the cost (in ₹) of painting the bowl at a rate of ₹17 per 7 cm2. [take π = 22722\over7]

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 2 i.e. 1810.16.

Total surface area to be painted(A) = 4πr2

here, r = radius = 7.7 cm

A = 4 × 22722\over7 × 7.7 × 7.7 = 745.36

Rate = ₹17 per 7 cm2

Cost per cm2 = 17/7

Total cost = 745.36 × 17/7 = 1810.16