The table shows the production of different types of cars (in thousands).
| City/Year | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 |
| A | 54 | 58 | 60 | 63 | 55 |
| B | 40 | 54 | 56 | 61 | 67 |
| C | 46 | 50 | 63 | 73 | 77 |
| D | 33 | 35 | 48 | 45 | 49 |
| E | 47 | 43 | 53 | 48 | 52 |
The total production of all type of cars, except type B, in 2012 is what percent less than the total production of all types of cars in 2016?
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
Correct Answer is option 1 i.e. 40%
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Total production of cars (except B) in 2012 = 54 + 46 + 33 + 47 = 180 Total production of cars in 2016 = 55 + 67 + 77 + 49 + 52 = 300 Percentage difference = [(300 – 180)/300] × 100 = 40% |