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  1. In an examination, 25% candidates failed in English and 35 % students failed in Math.If 15 % candidates failed in both, what is the percentage of candidates who passed in both the subjects?

    2. A.
    45 %
    B.
    50 %
    C.
    55 %
    D.
    58 %

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    Answer : Option C

    Explanation :

    Apply formula: = 100 - (x + y - z)

    x = 25%

    y = 35 %

    z = 15 %

    ∴ Required percentage of candidates = 100 - (25 + 35 - 15)

    = 100 - 45 = 55%

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