The following bar graph represents the population of a city (in lakhs) as per the census across different years.
What is the per cent increase in population from 1951 to 2001?
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. 144%.
According to the given graph,
Population in 1951 = 25 Lakhs
Population in 2001 = 61 Lakhs
Difference in population = 61 - 25 = 36 Lakhs
Percentage increase = = 144%