SSC Selection Post 2020 PYQ — Question 61

SSC Selection Post - Graduation Level 2020 - 9 Nov 2020 - Shift 2 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q61

In an examination, Vinod scored 25% of the marks and failed by 10 marks. Sachin scored 30% of the marks, which were 20 marks more than the passing marks. Find the total marks of the examination.

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 2 i.e. 600.

Let total marks = x

0.25x + 10 = 0.30x - 20

⇒ 0.05x = 30

⇒ x = 600