In a class of 50 students, 60% passed in English and 50% passed in Math. If 20% passed in both, how many failed in both?

A5

B8

C10

D12

Explanation

Passed at least one = %Eng + %Math – %Both = 60% + 50% – 20% = 90%. Failed both = 100% – 90% = 10%. 10% of 50 students = 5 students.

Exam Relevance

Topic: Percentages
Subtopic: Venn Diagrams

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