Study the given graph carefully and answer the question that follows.
Production of food grains by a state over the years (1000 tonnes)
What was the percentage drop in the production of food grains from 2018 to 2019 (consider up to two decimals)?
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. 7.14%
Production in year 2018 = 70 tonnes
Production in year 2019 = 65 tonnes
Percentage drop = {5/70} × 100 = 100/14 = 7.14%