In a row of boys, A is 5th from the left and B is 8th from the right. If they interchange positions, A becomes 15th from the left. How many boys are in the row? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

In a row of boys, A is 5th from the left and B is 8th from the right. If they interchange positions, A becomes 15th from the left. How many boys are in the row?
A. 20
B. 21
C. 23
D. 22
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
A's new position from left is 15, which is B's original position from left. Total = B's left position + B's right position - 1 = 15 + 8 - 1 = 22.

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