The given pie charts represent the popularity of ice-cream flavors in the years 2005 and 2015.
If a percentage point shift results in annual additional sales of ₹5,000, how much (in ₹), did the combined annual strawberry and butterscotch sales increase from 2005 to 2015?
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 3 i.e 37,000.
Given:
1% = Rs. 5000
In 2005,
Strawberry = 18.90%, Butterscotch = 10.80%
In 2015,
Strawberry = 20.50%, Butterscotch = 16.60%
Calculation:
Total sales in 2005
⇒ 18.90 + 10.80 = 29.70%
Total sales in 2015
⇒ 20.50 + 16.60 = 37.10%
Percentage Increase
⇒ 37.10 - 29.70 = 7.4%
⇒ 7.4 × 5000 = 37000
The percentage increase from 2005 to 2015 is Rs. 37000.