If there are 30 million people below 36 years, then the number of people (in millions) in the age group (56-65) is: (consider up to two decimals)
The table shows the percentage of total population of a city in different age groups. Study the table and answer the question.
| Age group | Percentage |
| Up to 15 | 15.00 |
| 16-25 | 20.25 |
| 26-35 | 16.75 |
| 36-45 | 26.25 |
| 46-55 | 15.00 |
| 56-65 | 5.50 |
| 66 and above | 1.25 |
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. 3.17 million
Given that
>36 years = 30 million
According to the question
30 million = 16.75 + 20.25 + 15 = 52%
the number of people in the age group (56-65) = 5.5%
= 30 * 5.5/52 = 3.17 million