Study the bar chart and answer the question based on it.
Production of Fertilizers by a Company (in 1000 tonnes) Over the Years
In which year was the percentage increase in production as compared to the previous year the maximum?
A.
2002
B.
2001
C.
1997
D.
1996
Correct answer is D
The percentage increase in production compared to previous year for different years are:
In 1996 = [ (40 - 25)/25 x 100 ] % = 60%
In 1997 = [ (60 - 40)/40 x 100 ] % = 50%
In 1998, there is a decrease in production.
In 1999 = [ (65 - 45)/45 x 100 ] % = 44.44%
In 2000, there is a decrease in production.
In 2001 = [ (75 - 50)/50 x 100 ] % = 50%
In 2002 = [ (80 - 75)/75 x 100 ] % = 6.67%
Clearly, there is maximum percentage increase in production in 1996.