In an examination, it is required to get 296 marks out of aggregate marks to pass. A students gets 222 marks and is declared failed by 10% marks . What are the maximum aggregate marks a students can get?

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740

Correct Answer: 740

Explanation:

Let the maximum aggregate marks be N
According to the question,
10% of N = 296 - 222
⇒ N/10 = 74
∴ N = (74 x 10) = 740

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