In an examination, 80% students passed in Physics, 70% students passed in Chemistry while 15% failed in both the subjects. If 3250 students passed in both the subjects. Find the total number of students who appeared in the examination.

In an examination, 80% students passed in Physics, 70% students passed in Chemistry while 15% failed in both the subjects. If 3250 students passed in

In an examination, 80% students passed in Physics, 70% students passed in Chemistry while 15% failed in both the subjects. If 3250 students passed in both the subjects. Find the total number of students who appeared in the examination.

A. 7,500
B. 8,000
C. 3,000
D. 5,000

The correct answer is option D. 5,000. Can you explain this answer in the comments?

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In an examination, 80% students passed in Physics, 70% students passed in Chemistry while 15% failed in both the subjects. If 3250 students passed in both the subjects. Find the total number of students who appeared in the examination.

In an examination, 80% students passed in Physics, 70% students passed in Chemistry while 15% failed in both the subjects. If 3250 students passed in both the subjects. Find the total number of students who appeared in the examination.

The correct answer is option D. 5,000. Can you explain this answer in the comments?

View Complete Solution Here

Books I recommend for Quantitative Aptitude:

1. How to Prepare for Quantitative Aptitude for CAT by Arun Sharma

2. Ace Quantitative Aptitude For Banking and Insurance

3. Quantitative Aptitude Quantum CAT by Sarvesh K Verma

4. Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations by R.S. Aggarwal

5. Best 4000 Smart Practice Questions for Banking by S. Chand Experts

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