Question

    The current population of a city is 50,000. If the population of males increases by 4% and the population of females increases by 6%, the total population will become 52,400. What is the current female population?

    A 70000 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 50000 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 20000 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 25000 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Let the number of men =x Female =50,000-x 4x+300000-6x =240000. -2x =-60000 X =30000. Female =50000-30000=20000.

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