CSATPercentage, Profit & LossPercentage Arithmetic2015

Candidates in a competitive examination consisted of 60% men and 40% women. 70% men and 75% women cleared the qualifying test and entered the final test where 80% men and 70% women were successful. Which of the following statements is correct?

A

Success rate is higher for women.

B

Overall success rate is below 50%.

C

More men cleared the examination than women.

D

Both (a) and (b) above are correct.

Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation

The problem involves a two-stage sele

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