Maths Puzzles Questions with Answers for Competitive Exams
Two numbers are in the ratio x : y . If 2 is added to both numerator and denominator , the fraction becomes $$ 1\over2$$. Find the value of x + y .
(A) 2
(B) 3
(C) 4
(D) 5
Correct Answer : D
The average weight of 10 parcels is 1.7 kg. The average weight is reduced by 60 grams when a new parcel is added. How much is the weight of the new parcel?
(A) 1.04
(B) 1.08
(C) 1.4
(D) 1.8
Correct Answer : A
An examination was conducted for five subjects where the maximum marks for each subject was 100. Scored 82,97, 88 and 91 marks in 4 subjects respectively. If his total marks were 90 percent, then how many marks did he get in fifth subjects?
(A) 92
(B) 94
(C) 89
(D) 79
Correct Answer : A
A, B and C enter into partnership. A advances Rs. 1200 for 4 months, B Rs. 1400 for 8 months and C Rs. 1000 for 10 months. They gain Rs. 585 altogether. Find the share of each.
(A) Rs. 118, Rs. 242, Rs. 235
(B) Rs. 108, Rs. 252, Rs. 225
(C) Rs. 128, Rs. 242, Rs. 215
(D) Rs. 138, Rs. 262, Rs. 245
Correct Answer : B
A, B and C enter into a partner ship with capitals in the ratio 5 : 6 :8. At the end of business term, they received the profits in the ratio 5 : 3 :12. Find the ratio of time for which they contributed their capitals?
(A) 2 : 1 :3
(B) 1 : 2 :3
(C) 2 : 3 : 1
(D) 3 : 2 : 1
Correct Answer : A
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