In a town, 70% of people speak English, 65% speak Hindi, and 27% speak neither. What percentage of people speak both languages? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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In a town, 70% of people speak English, 65% speak Hindi, and 27% speak neither. What percentage of people speak both languages?

A. 70%

B. 60%

C. 62%

D. 52%

Answer: Option C

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Speak at least one = 100% - 27% = 73%. n(E U H) = n(E) + n(H) - n(E ∩ H). 73 = 70 + 65 - n(E ∩ H). n(E ∩ H) = 135 - 73 = 62%.

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