Arithmeticmedium · Past Paper
The population of a city was 50000. It decreased by 5% due to an epidemic. Current population is:
A45000
B47500
C48000
D49500
✓ Correct Answer: B — 47500
Decrease = 5% of 50000 = 2500. New population = 50000 - 2500 = 47500.
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