In an exam, a candidate secured 504 marks out of the maximum mark of 'M'. If the maximum mark 'M' is converted into 800 marks, he would have secured 384 marks. What is the value of 'M' ?

910
1000
970
None of the above

Correct Answer: None of the above

Explanation:

504/M = 384/800

(504 x 800) / 384 = M

M = 1050

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