WAEC Mathematics 2010 Question 5

Question 5

Data Presentation

The bar chart shows the marks distribution in an English test. What percentage of the students had marks ranging from 35 to 50?

Diagram for this question
  1. A.55⅓%
  2. B.60%
  3. C.65%
  4. D.66⅔%
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Answer: D (66⅔%)

Explanation

Total = 20 + 35 + 40 + 45 + 25 + 15 = 180. Marks 35 to 50: 35 + 40 + 45 = 120. 120/180 × 100% = 66⅔%.