A class of 50 girls and 70 boys sponsored a musical programme. If 40% of the girls and 50% of the boys attended. Answer approximately what percentage of the class attended the programme?

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Answer: (C) 46%

Explanation

Attended: 40% of 50 = 20 girls and 50% of 70 = 35 boys, i.e. 55 of 120 = 45.8%, about 46%.