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WAEC Economics 2021 Question 26

Question 26

Population

The age distribution of a country's population is shown below. Use the information to answer the question.
Age group (years) | Population
0 – 15 | 30%
16 – 40 | 45%
41 – 60 | 15%
Over 60 | 10%
What is the percentage of the working population?

  1. A.75%
  2. B.60%
  3. C.45%
  4. D.15%
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (60%)

Explanation

Working ages 16–60: 45% + 15% = 60%.