Allied & ICAR Exam Bank • ALLIED_1780 MCQ • 2 Marks

Section 8: General Aptitude

Quantitative Aptitude

Subtopic: Ratios & Percentages

Question Statement:

In a test, candidate X scored 30% and failed by 6 marks. Candidate Y scored 40% and got 14 marks above passing. What is the passing percentage for the exam?

Options:

  • (A) 33%
  • (B) 35%
  • (C) 32%
  • (D) 34%

Answer Key:

A

Step-by-Step Solution & Explanation

Gap $= 10\% = 20$ marks $\implies$ Total marks $= 200$. Pass marks $= 30\% \times 200 + 6 = 66$. Passing percentage $= (66 / 200) \times 100 = 33\%$.
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