SSC GD 2019 PYQ — Question 68

SSC GD Constable (English) - 13 Feb 2019 Shift 3 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q68

What is the value of 1040 ÷ 65 - 8 × 1/2 of (1/2 - 1/3) ?

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. 46/3.

Understanding/Application

1040 ÷ 65 - 8 × 1/2 of (1/2 - 1/3)

= 1040/65 - 8 × 1/2 × (3 -2)/6

= 16 - 8 × 1/2 × 1/6

= 16 - 8 × 1/12

= 16 - 2/3

= (48 - 2)/3

= 46/3