Question : Directions: The subjective number of applicants for the year 2008 an 2009 in a college is given in the following chart. Study the graph and answer the questions.
The number of Physics seeking applicants increased by:
Option 1: 17.26%
Option 2: 18.89%
Option 3: 19.25%
Option 4: 21.08%
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Correct Answer: 17.26%
Solution :
Applicants in physics in 2008 = 1240
Applicants in physics in 2009 = 1454
Difference = 1454 – 1240 = 214
Percentage increased = $\frac{\text{Difference}}{\text{Applicants in 2008}}\times100$
= $\frac{214}{1240}\times100$
= 17.26%
Hence, the correct answer is 17.26%.
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