In an election there were only two candidates. One of the candidate secured 40% of votes and is defeated by the other candidate by 298 votes. The total number of votes polled is :
A. 745
B. 1460
C. 1490
D. 1500
Answer: Option C
Solution(By Examveda Team)
Let the total number of the voter is 100x and the winner get 60x votes and loser get 40x votes.∴ According to question
60x - 40x = 298
⇒ x = $$\frac{298}{20}$$
∴ Total Number of voter = 100 × $$\frac{298}{20}$$ = 1490
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