- A16
- B15
- C30
- D14
Step-by-Step Solution
Soldiers and days are inversely proportional. Rations = soldier-days. For 50 days: soldiers. Soldiers who left = 150 - 135 = 15.
Answer: B) 15
A garrison of 150 soldiers has enough rations for 45 days. After how many soldiers leave will the same rations last 50 days? Find the number of soldiers who LEFT.
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