A candidate secures 45% of votes and loses the election by 200 votes. Find the total number of votes cast. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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A candidate secures 45% of votes and loses the election by 200 votes. Find the total number of votes cast.

A. 1800

B. 1500

C. 2500

D. 2000

Answer: Option D

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Loser = 45%, Winner = 55%. Difference = 10%. 10% of Total = 200. Total = 2000.

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