To calculate the Decadal Growth Rate (g)

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Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Geography

Chapter

India-People and Economy: Population-Distribution,Density, Growth and Composition

Question:

To calculate the Decadal Growth Rate (g) the formula is

Options:

g = {(P2-P1) / P1}* 100

g = {P1 / (P2-P1) } * 100

g = (P2 / P1)* 100

g = {(P2-P1) / 100} * P1

Correct Answer:

g = {(P2-P1) / P1}* 100

Explanation:

Decadal growth rate: g = {(P2-P1) / P1} * 100 where P1 = population of the base year P2 = population of the present year