Elevator Weight Limit
CAT 2017 Slot 1 · Quantitative Ability · Medium · Averages
This is a medium Quantitative Ability question from the CAT 2017 Slot 1 paper. It tests Averages. The full answer key and a step-by-step explanation are below — try it yourself first, then reveal the solution.
An elevator has a weight limit of . It is carrying a group of people of whom the heaviest weighs and the lightest weighs . What is the maximum possible number of people in the group?
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Explanation
To maximize the number of people , we should minimize their weights. There is at least 1 person of weight and 1 person of weight . All other people can weigh at least . Total weight = .
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