A family had provision of food for 15 days. After 5 days 8 guests came and the provision lasted 6 days. How many are the members of the family ?

A family had provision of food for 15 days. After 5 days 8 guests came and the provision lasted 6 days. How many are the members of the family ?

A 10

B 12

C 11

D 13

Solution

Correct Answer: Option B

Let, total men = x

ATQ,
15x = 5x + (x+8)*6
=> 15x - 11x = 48
=> x = 12