Candidate got 40% of valid votes and lost by 3000. 25% votes invalid. Total voters: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Candidate got 40% of valid votes and lost by 3000. 25% votes invalid. Total voters:

A. 20000

B. 22000

C. 16000

D. 18000

Answer: Option A

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Valid votes V, winner 60%V, loser 40%V, margin 20%V=3000 → V=15000. Total T, 0.75T=15000 → T=20000.

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