The population of a village decreased from 1,230 to 1,040 due to breakout of an
MATHEMATICS
JAMB 2023
The population of a village decreased from 1,230 to 1,040 due to breakout of an epidemic. What is the percentage decrease in the population?
- A. 15.44%
- B. 15.43%
- C. 15.42%
- D. 15.45%
Correct Answer: D. 15.45%
Explanation
Original population = 1,230
New population = 1,040
Decrease in population = 1,230 – 1,040 = 190
Percentage decrease in population =decrease in population x 100%
original population
= \(\frac {190}{1,230}\) x 100 = 15.45%
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