In an election, 10% of the votes were invalid. The winning candidate got 60% of the valid votes and won by a majority of 1800 votes. What was the total number of votes? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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In an election, 10% of the votes were invalid. The winning candidate got 60% of the valid votes and won by a majority of 1800 votes. What was the total number of votes?

A. 10000

B. 12000

C. 8000

D. 9000

Answer: Option A

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Valid votes V = 0.9T. Winner got 0.6V = 0.54T, loser 0.4V = 0.36T, margin 0.18T = 1800 → T = 10000.

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