The sum of the number of male and female students in an institute is 100. If the number of male students is x, then the number of female students becomes x% of the total number of students. Find the number of male students.

A. 50

B. 65

C. 45

D. 60

Answer: Option A

Solution (By Examveda Team)

x% of 100 = (100 - x)
x = 100 - x
2x = 100
x = 50