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In a town of 10,000 voters, 63% of people voted for Congress. Out of the Congress votes, 20% were cast for Ramanbhai from Athwa constituency. In his constituency, he won 75% of the votes from his constituency. What is the number of voters from Athwa constituency?

In a town of 10,000 voters, 63% of people voted for Congress. Out of the Congress votes, 20% were cast for Ramanbhai from Athwa constituency. In his constituency, he won 75% of the votes from his constituency. What is the number of voters from Athwa constituency? Correct Answer 1680

⇒ Number of votes in favour of Congress = 63/100 × 10,000 = 6,300

⇒ Votes in favour of Ramanbhai = 20/100 × 6300 = 1260

⇒ Number of voters from Athwa constituency = (100/75) × 1260 = 1680

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