Question

    The given table shows the number (in thousands) of cars of five different models A, B, C, D and E produced during Years 2012-2017. Study the table and answer the question that follow.

    If 2013 and 2014 are put together, which type of cars constitute exactly 25% of the total number of cars produced in those 2 years? 

    A E Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B B Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C D Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D C Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The total number of cars produced in 2013 and 2014 = 130 + 170 = 300 25% of the total number of cars produced in 2013 and 2014 = 300 × 25/100 = 75 Production of A type of cars = 22 + 32 = 54 Production of B type of cars = 18 + 43 = 61 Production of C type of cars = 32 + 26 = 58 Production of D type of cars = 40 + 35 = 75 Production of E type of cars = 18 + 34 = 52 D type of cars constitute exactly 25% of the total number of cars produced in 2013 and 2014.

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