GCE Mathematics 1989 Question 26

Question 26

Data Presentation

Use the pie chart, which shows the distribution of the population of a village. What percentage of the population are married? Correct to 1 decimal place.

Diagram for this question
  1. A.14.8%
  2. B.20.4%
  3. C.30.5%
  4. D.35.2%
  5. E.36.5%
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Answer: D (35.2%)

Explanation

Married = 550 women + 400 men = 950. Percentage = 950/2700 × 100 = 35.2%.