In an election, 10% of voters did not cast their votes. The winner obtained 60% of the cast votes and won by 720 votes. What was the total number of voters on the voting list? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

In an election, 10% of voters did not cast their votes. The winner obtained 60% of the cast votes and won by 720 votes. What was the total number of voters on the voting list?
A. 4400
B. 5000
C. 4000
D. 3600
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Winner got 60%, Loser 40% of cast votes. Difference = 20% of cast votes = 720. Cast votes = 720 * 5 = 3600. Cast votes = 90% of total list. Total = 3600 / 0.9 = 4000.

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