Multiple choice

What approximate value should come at the place of question mark (?) in the following question? $(18.5\% \text{ of } 425 + 16.2\% \text{ of } 488 = \?)$

  1. 160

  2. 180

  3. 200

  4. 250

  5. 100
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Calculate 18.5% of 425 = 0.185 × 425 = 78.625. Calculate 16.2% of 488 = 0.162 × 488 = 79.056. Sum = 78.625 + 79.056 = 157.681. Approximating to the nearest option gives 160. The calculation is straightforward and the answer A is correct. Other options (180, 200, 250, 100) are too far from the actual result.

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