The price of 5.5 dozen pencils is Rs 128

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Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

Numerical Ability

Topic

Number System (1)

Question:

The price of 5.5 dozen pencils is Rs 1287. What is the price of 16 such pencils?

Options:

Rs 312

Rs 212

Rs 412

Rs 296

Correct Answer:

Rs 312

Explanation:

5.5 dozen = 66 pencils

According to the question:

66 pencils = Rs 1287

1 pencil = $\frac{1287 }{66 }$ = Rs. 19.5

Price of 16 pencils = Rs. 19.5 x 16 = Rs. 312