2891. In a group of 26 students, 21 like football and 14 like cricket. What is the number of students who like both football and cricket?
- A. 9
- B. None of these
- C. 12
- D. 10
Check answer and explanation
Answer: 9
Explanation Total students = 26 Students who like football = 21 Students who like cricket = 14 Let x be the number of students who like both football and cricket. Using the formula: (Football ∪ Cricket) = Football + Cricket – Both So, 26 = 21 + 14 – x 26 = 35 – x x = 35 – 26 x = 9