The population of a village decreased from 1,230 to 1,040 due to breakout of an epidemic. What is the percentage decrease in the population?
A.
15.44%
B.
15.43%
C.
15.42%
D.
15.45%
Correct Answer: 15.45%
Explanation
Original population = 1,230
New population = 1,040
Decrease in population = 1,230 – 1,040 = 190
Percentage decrease in population =(decrease in population/original population) x 100%
= 190/1,230
x 100 = 15.45%
Original population = 1,230
New population = 1,040
Decrease in population = 1,230 – 1,040 = 190
Percentage decrease in population =(decrease in population/original population) x 100%
= 190/1,230
x 100 = 15.45%