general math MCQ #27

A candidate got 35% of the votes polled and he lost to his rival by 2250 votes. How many votes were cast?

general math MCQ #27

  1. Question 1

    Q1. A candidate got 35% of the votes polled and he lost to his rival by 2250 votes. How many votes were cast?

    • A) 7500
    • B) 5000
    • C) 6000
    • D) 3500

    Answer: 7500

    Explanation: The winner got 65% and loser 35%, a difference of 30% = 2250 votes; total votes = 2250/0.30 = 7500.