Question : Directions: Observe the graph below and answer the following question.
What is the approximate percentage difference in the average price of petrol in 2004 and in 2014?
Option 1: 98%
Option 2: 100%
Option 3: 102%
Option 4: 105%
Correct Answer: 102%
Solution :
The average price of petrol in 2004 = Rs. 36.49
The average price of petrol in 2014 = Rs. 73.70
Difference = 73.70 – 36.49 = 37.21
Percentage difference = $\frac{\text{Difference}}{\text{Initial value}}\times100$
= $\frac{37.21}{36.49}\times100$
= 101.97 $\approx$ 102%
Hence, the correct answer is 102%.
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