Question

In order to pass in exam a student is required to get 780 marks out of the aggregate marks. Sonu got 728 marks and was declared failed by 5 percent. What are the maximum aggregate marks a student can get in the examination?

• A. 1040
• B. 1100
• C. 1000
• D. Cannot be determined

Answer 1

Answer:

A. 1040

Let maximum or total marks = x Number required to pass the exam = 780 marks Sonu got = 728 marks and failed by 5%. Passing marks – sonu marks = 5% of the total marks 5% of x = 780 – 728 ⇒ (5/100) × x = 52 ⇒ x = 5200/5 = 1040 marks