The population of a town increases 10% and 20% respectively in two consecutive…
2019
The population of a town increases 10% and 20% respectively in two consecutive years. The present population of the town is 10000. Then what will be the population of the town 2 years later?
Answer: B. 13200 — After a 10 percent increase and then a 20 percent increase, the population becomes 10000 x 1.10 x 1.20 = 13200.
- A.
12100
- B.
13200
- C.
14400
- D.
12000
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Correct answer: B
After a 10 percent increase and then a 20 percent increase, the population becomes 10000 x 1.10 x 1.20 = 13200.
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