A's marks 35% more than B, B's 25% less than C. A=162, C's marks: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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A's marks 35% more than B, B's 25% less than C. A=162, C's marks:

A. 170

B. 150

C. 160

D. 140

Answer: Option C

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A=1.35B, B=0.75C → A=1.0125C → C=162/1.0125=160.

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