In an election, 20% voters did not vote. Winner got 48% of total votes and won by 2000 votes. Total voters: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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In an election, 20% voters did not vote. Winner got 48% of total votes and won by 2000 votes. Total voters:

A. 15000

B. 10000

C. 12000

D. 12500

Answer: Option D

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Let total T. Votes cast = 0.8T. Winner got 0.48T, loser 0.8T - 0.48T = 0.32T. Margin = 0.48T - 0.32T = 0.16T = 2000 → T = 12500.

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