Arithmetichard · Past Paper
In an election between two candidates, one got 40% of the total votes and lost by 160 votes. What is the total number of votes polled?
A800
B1000
C1200
D1500
✓ Correct Answer: A — 800
Loser got 40%, Winner got 60%. Difference = 20%. 20% = 160, so 100% = 800.
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