Number of boys 40% more than girls, total 120. Number of boys: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Number of boys 40% more than girls, total 120. Number of boys:

A. 60

B. 75

C. 65

D. 70

Answer: Option D

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Girls = x, boys = 1.4x, total 2.4x=120 → x=50, boys=70.

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