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The number of boys in a class is three times the number of girls. Which one of the following numbers cannot represent the total number of children in the class?
The number of boys in a class is three times the number of girls. Which one of the following numbers cannot represent the total number of children in the class?
Updated On: Jan 30, 2025
- 48
- 44
- 42
- 40
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The Correct Option is C
Solution and Explanation
Given, Boys \(:\) Girls \(=3:1\)
So, 42 is not possible as it is not divisible by \((3+1)=4\)
The correct option is (C)
So, 42 is not possible as it is not divisible by \((3+1)=4\)
The correct option is (C)
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