Study the given table carefully and answer the question that follows.
The given table provides the number of candidates and percentage of female candidates who applied for a course in different collages. ( A , B , Cand D).
| College | No. of candidates applied for a course | Percentage of female candidates applied |
|---|---|---|
| A | 540 | 30% |
| B | 360 | 50% |
| C | 684 | 80% |
| D | 724 | 50% |
Find the difference between the number of male and female candidates who applied to collage A .
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. 216.
Total applicants in College A = 540
Female = 30% of 540 = 162
Male = 540 − 162 = 378
Difference = 378 − 162 = 216