alleryBy what percentage do the total sales differ between Year 1 and Year 3? (Year 1 totals 15 + 12 + 9; Year 3 totals 14 + 15 + 13, figures in lakh rupees.)
A18%
B15.67%
C19.67%
D16.67%
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. 16.67%
1. Year 1 total = 15 + 12 + 9 = 36; Year 3 total = 14 + 15 + 13 = 42.
2. Difference = 42 − 36 = 6.
3. Percentage = 6/36 × 100 = 16.67%.
_Source: RRB Group D CEN-02/2018 PYQ, Q.58._
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