Question 38
HardOriginal questionData for three countries:
| Country | Population (crore) | Area (lakh sq km) | Population growth (% a year) |
|---|---|---|---|
| X | 120 | 30 | 1.2 |
| Y | 140 | 96 | 0.4 |
| Z | 22 | 8 | 2.0 |
Using the data for the three countries, roughly how many people does country Z add in a year?
Show the answer and explanation
CorrectNot quiteAnswer A
Correct answer: A
Explanation
2% of 22 crore = 0.44 crore.
0.44 crore = 44 lakh.
Worth noting
4.4 crore takes 20% instead of 2%.
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