Question

Refer to the graph above and answer the questions that follow.
The percentage share of Saudi Arabia in total oil production from 1994 to 1995 is:

• A. increased by 25%
• B. decreased by 25%
• C. decrased by 5%
• D. increased by 5%
• E. none of these

Answer 1

The correct option is D increased by 5%

% share of Saudi Arabia in year 1994 = $\frac{7}{35}\times 100=20\%$
In year 1995 = $\frac{9}{36}\times 100=25\%$

The percentage share of Saudi Arabia in total oil production from 1994 to 1995 is 25 - 20 = $5\%$.Hence.[d].