WBCS.LIVE practice question

Suppose 12 oranges are distributed in 5 baskets then

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. there are 3 oranges in 2 baskets each and 2 oranges in 3 baskets each.
  2. 2 oranges in 3 baskets each, 1 orange in 2 baskets each and 4 oranges in one basket.
  3. 2 oranges in 4 baskets each ad 4 oranges in one basket.
  4. None of the above

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: there are 3 oranges in 2 baskets each and 2 oranges in 3 baskets each.

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: A. there are 3 oranges in 2 baskets each and 2 oranges in 3 baskets each. šŸ“š Explanation: To check this, we add the total count: (3 multiplied by 2) plus (2 multiplied by 3) = 6 + 6 = 12. This arrangement uses all 5 baskets and accounts for all 12 oranges perfectly. This is a basic distribution problem that tests logical division. Option A is the only choice that mathematically adds up to the original total provided in the question.