SSC Selection Post 2020 PYQ — Question 63

SSC Selection Post - Higher Secondary Level 2020 - 10 Nov 2020 - Shift 2 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q63

The bar graph given below shows the data of the production of paper (in lakh tonnes) by three different companies P, Q and R over the years.

What is the ratio of the average production by company P during the period 2010 to 2013 to the average production by company R during the same period?
 

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. 34:35.

average production by company P = (35 + 50 + 30 + 55)/4 = 170/4

average production by company R = (40 + 45 + 50 + 40)/4 = 175/4

Ratio = 170:175 = 34:35