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Aptitude · Q387

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Competitive Exams · Aptitude · question 387

Q387

An empty fuel tank of a car was filled with A type petrol. When the tank was half-empty, it was filled with B type petrol. Again when the tank was half-empty, it was filled with A type petrol. When the tank was half-empty again, it was filled with B type petrol. What is the percentage of A type petrol at present in the tank ?

A.
33.5%
B.
37.5%
Answer
C.
40%
D.
50%

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
Let the capacity of the tank be 100 litres.
Then,
Initially :
A type petrol = 100 litres
After first operation :
A type petrol = = 50 litres ;
B type petrol = 50 litres
After second operation :
A type petrol =  = 75 litres ;
B type petrol = = 25 litres
After third operation :
A type petrol = = 37.5 litres
B type petrol =  = 62.5 litres
∴ Required percentage = 37.5%