Simplify: (9/2 + 2.75) × (5/8 – 0.25) ÷ (6/5 + 3/10)
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
(9/2 + 2.75) × (5/8 – 0.25) ÷ (6/5 + 3/10)
= (9/2 + 11/4) × (5/8 − 1/4) ÷ (6/5 + 3/10)
= (29/4 × 3/8) ÷ 3/2
= 29/4 × 3/8 × 2/3
= 29/16
SSC Selection Post - Graduation Level - 28th July 2025 - Shift 3 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q28
Simplify: (9/2 + 2.75) × (5/8 – 0.25) ÷ (6/5 + 3/10)
Correct answer: A
Explanation
(9/2 + 2.75) × (5/8 – 0.25) ÷ (6/5 + 3/10)
= (9/2 + 11/4) × (5/8 − 1/4) ÷ (6/5 + 3/10)
= (29/4 × 3/8) ÷ 3/2
= 29/4 × 3/8 × 2/3
= 29/16