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 is D

Original population = 1,230
New population = 1,040
Decrease in population = 1,230 – 1,040 = 190
Percentage decrease in population = decrease in population   x 100%
                                                              original population         

= \(\frac {190}{1,230}\) x 100 = 15.45%