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GMAT Question of the Day (April 30)

Miranda Menestrina 0

Math

A number of light bulbs were purchased to illuminate a gym. However, only \frac{2}{3} of them were needed and 160 leftover light bulbs were returned. If only 60% percent of their cost, or $96, was reimbursed, how much money was spent on illuminating the gym?

A. $160
B. $320
C. $360
D. $372
E. $384

Question Discussion & Explanation
Correct Answer - E - (click and drag your mouse to see the answer)

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Verbal

Since 1929, when the global telegraph business peaked, the number of telegrams delivered annually [u]have decreased from 200 million[/u] to only 21,000 last year.

A. have decreased from 200 million
B. have been reduced from 200 million
C. has decreased from 200 million
D. has been reduced from 200 million down
E. has decreased from 200 million down

Question Discussion & Explanation
Correct Answer - C - (click and drag your mouse to see the answer)

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