Question

In which year, there has been a maximum percentage increase in the amount invested in Raw materials as compared to the previous year?

• A. 1996
• B. 1997
• C. 1998
• D. 1999

Answer 1

The correct option is A 1996

The percentage increase in the amount invested in raw-materials as compared to the previous year, for different years are:
For 1996 $=\left[\frac{(225-120)}{120}\right)$% = 87.5%
For 1997 $=\left[\frac{(375-225)}{225}\right)$% = 66.67%
For 1998 there is a decrease.
For 1999 $=\left[\frac{(525-330)}{330}\right)$% = 59.09%
For 2000 there is a decrease.
$\therefore$ There is maximum percentage increase in 1996.