SSC Sample Paper SSC-CGL TIER - I Sample Test Paper-6

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    An examinee obtained an average of 60%o marks in five compulsory subjects in an examination. He obtained equal marks in two optional subjects and on adding their marks, average is reduced by 4%. How many marks had he obtained in each optional subject?

    A) 46%                             

    B) 50%

    C) 52%                             

    D) 56%

    Correct Answer: A

    Solution :

    Suppose x % marks is obtained in each optional subject then, \[60\times 5+2x=7\times (60-4)\] \[2x=392-300\Rightarrow ~x=\mathbf{46}%\]


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