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    Question

    In a particular examination, Cheenu achieved 48% of the

    total marks and fell short by 72 marks to pass. On the other hand, Meenu obtained 68% of the total marks, which was 48 marks above the minimum required to pass. Determine the total marks available in this examination.
    A 900 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 500 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 800 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 700 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E 600 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Let the maximum marks of the exam be ‘100x’ Marks scored by Cheenu = 100x × 0.48 = ‘48x’ Marks scored by Meenu = 100x × 0.68 = ‘68x’ According to question: 48x + 72 = 68x – 48 Or, 68x – 48x = 72 + 48 Or, 20x = 120 Or, x = 6 Therefore, maximum marks of the exam = 100x = 100 × 6 = 600 Hence, option e.

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