Question 39 of 42intermediate🔧 ApplyNumerical4 marks

Chilika lake in Odisha is the largest saltwater lake in India. It is famous for the Irrawaddy dolphins. Boats can be hired to go see the dolphins. The trip from Puri includes a bus ride followed by a boat ride. Eight people will be going on the trip.

  • A bus ticket from Puri to Satapada costs ₹ 60.
  • A two-hour boat ride for 8 people costs ₹ 1200.
  • How much money do we need to spend on each person?
Correct Answer

Step 1: Calculate total bus cost.

8×60=₹4808 \times 60 = ₹480

Step 2: Add boat cost.

480+1200=₹1680480 + 1200 = ₹1680

Step 3: Divide by 8 people.

1680÷8=₹2101680 \div 8 = ₹210

Answer: ₹210

Exercise: Let Us Solve (Section 3) | Q: 43 | (Page Page 16)
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Explanation

Calculate total bus cost: 8×60=4808 \times 60 = 480. Add boat cost: 480+1200=1680480 + 1200 = 1680. Divide by 8 people: 1680÷8=2101680 \div 8 = 210 per person.

Solution Steps

  1. Step 1: Calculate bus cost: 8×60=₹4808 \times 60 = ₹480

  2. Step 2: Add boat cost: 480+1200=₹1680480 + 1200 = ₹1680

  3. Step 3: Divide by 8 people: 1680÷8=₹2101680 \div 8 = ₹210 per person

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