Stock Portfolio Evaluation
CAT 2025 Slot 1 · Quantitative Ability · Easy · Algebra
This is an easy Quantitative Ability question from the CAT 2025 Slot 1 paper. It tests Algebra. The full answer key and a step-by-step explanation are below — try it yourself first, then reveal the solution.
Stocks A, B and C are priced at rupees 120, 90 and 150 per share, respectively. A trader holds a portfolio consisting of 10 shares of stock A, and 20 shares of stocks B and C put together. If the total value of her portfolio is rupees 3300, then the number of shares of stock B that she holds, is
15
Explanation
Let the trader hold shares of B. Then she holds shares of C. Value of Stock A = . Total portfolio value = . . Thus, she holds 15 shares of stock B.
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