Question

The population in South Carolina increased from 50,80,000 to 51,50,000 in 1 year. Find the percentage increase in population.

• A. 11.4%
• B. 14.5%
• C. 13.78%
• D. 15.50%

Answer 1

The correct option is C 13.78%

Population in the previous year = 50,80,000

Present population = 51,50,000

Increase in population = 51,50,000 - 50,80,000
= 70,000

Percentage increase = $\frac{Changeinvalue}{Originalvalue}\times 100$

=$\frac{70,000}{50,80,000}\times 100$

=13.78

Hence, the increase in population is 13.78%.