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In a direct election between two contestants for the post of secretary, 4% of the total votes cast are declared to be illegal. One contestant secures 55% of the valid votes and wins with a majority of 240 votes, find the total number of votes cast.

A

3500

B

2400

C

2200

D

2500

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