Question

What was the approximate per cent increase in the number of students who qualified in the exam from school Q in the year 2007 as compared to the previous year?

• A. 30
• B. 36
• C. 45
• D. 49
• E. 26

Answer 1

The correct option is C 45

Number of students qualified in 2007 from School Q = 8000

Number of students qualified in 2006 from School Q = 5500

$\therefore$ Required percentage $=\frac{8000-5500}{5500}\times 100$

$=\frac{2500}{5500}\times 100\approx 45\%$