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Production of Fertilizers by a Company (in 1000 tonnes) Over the Years

Q1:

In which year was the percentage increase in production as compared to the previous year the maximum?

A 2002

B 2001

C 1997

D 1996

ANS:D - 1996

The percentage increase in production compared to previous year for different years are:

In 1996 = [ (40 - 25) x 100 ] % = 60%.
25
In 1997 = [ (60 - 40) x 100 ] % = 50%.
40
In 1998 there is a decrease in production.
In 1999 = [ (65 - 45) x 100 ] % = 44.44%.
45
In 2000 there is a decrease in production.
In 2001 = [ (75 - 50) x 100 ] % = 50%.
50
In 2002 = [ (80 - 75) x 100 ] % = 6.67%.
75
Clearlyl, there is maximum percentage increase in production in 1996.