Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

Quantitative Reasoning

Topic

Data Interpretation & Stats

Question:

The following bar graph describes the population of a town (in lakhs) from 2001 to 2007.

Find the percentage increase in population from 2006 to 2007.

Options:

15%

20%

16%

18%

Correct Answer:

20%

Explanation:

Percentage increase in population from 2006 to 2007

=  \(\frac{11.4 - 9.5}{9.5}\) × 100

=  \(\frac{ 1.9}{9.5}\) × 100

= 20%