In a Sample of Defective Tires, 72 Have Defects in Materials

question 76

Multiple Choice

In a sample of defective tires, 72 have defects in materials, 99 have defects in workmanship, and 17 have defects of both types. How many tires are in the sample?

• A) 154
• B) 137
• C) 171
• D) 188
• E) 44

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