Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

Quantitative Reasoning

Topic

Algebra

Question:

Cost of 6 pens and 9 pencils is ₹126. What is the cost of 8 pens and 12 pencils?

Options:

₹156

₹159

₹162

₹168

Correct Answer:

₹168

Explanation:

6 pens (P) + 9 pencils (C) = 126

2P + 3C = 42

4* (2P + 3C = 42) = 4*42

8P + 12C = 168

The correct answer is Option (4) → ₹168