Arithmeticmedium · Past Paper
If the population of a village increases from 1000 to 1150 in a year, what is the growth percentage?
A10%
B12%
C15%
D20%
✓ Correct Answer: C — 15%
Growth = 1150 - 1000 = 150. Growth % = (150/1000) * 100 = 15%.
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