Directions : Study the following table carefully and answer the questions that follow: (Bank P.O., 2011) Semester Fees (In ₹ thousands) For Five Different Courses In 6 Different Years | Years | B.Tech | M.Sc. | B.Ed. | M.Phil | Diploma | |---|---|…

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Directions : Study the following table carefully and answer the questions that follow: (Bank P.O., 2011)  Semester Fees (In ₹ thousands) For Five Different Courses In 6 Different Years  | Years | B.Tech | M.Sc. | B.Ed. | M.Phil | Diploma | |---|---|…

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Concept & Basic Arithmetic: To find the total across all categories for a specific year, sum all the values in the row corresponding to that year. Ensure the final result is scaled correctly according to the table's unit (₹ thousands). Step-by-Step Solution: 1. Locate Row: Find the row for the year 2006. 2. Extract Data: The fees for B.Tech, M.Sc., B.Ed., M.Phil, and Diploma are 14.5, 6.4, 11.6, 5.8, and 3.2 respectively. 3. Calculate Sum: 14.5 + 6.4 + 11.6 + 5.8 + 3.2 = 41.5 4. Convert to Actual Currency: Multiply by 1000. 41.5 × 1000 = 41500 Exam Strategy & Shortcut: Sum the decimals (tenths place) first to determine the final digit: .5 + .4 + .6 + .8 + .2 = 2.5. This means the total sum ends in .5. The only options that translate to a .5 in the thousands position (41.5 or 42.5) are 41500 and 42500. Then quickly sum the integers: 14+6+11+5+3 = 39. Add the 2.5 carried over: 39 + 2.5 = 41.5. Thus, 41500 is correct. Common Pitfall: A common mistake in horizontal addition is skipping a column or accidentally taking a number from the row above or below. Using a straight edge or running a finger across the exact row helps prevent this. Final Answer: Therefore, the correct answer is ₹ 41500.

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