2015 · Q73
The next two (02) items are based on the following Table: The following table shows the frequency distribution of weekly wages of 65 employees:
| Wages (in Rs.) | Number of employees |
|---|---|
| 251-260 | 8 |
| 261-270 | 10 |
| 271-280 | 16 |
| 281-290 | 14 |
| 291-300 | 10 |
| 301-310 | 5 |
| 311-320 | 2 |
What is the difference between the percentage of employees earning between Rs. 261 and Rs. 300 per week and employees earning less than Rs. 281 per week?
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- A36.9
- B15.3
- C24.6
- D28.2
Explanation
Employees earning Rs. 261-300 number 10 + 16 + 14 + 10 = 50, or 76.9 percent of 65. Employees earning less than Rs. 281 number 8 + 10 + 16 = 34, or 52.3 percent. The difference is 76.9 - 52.3 = 24.6 percent. Hence the answer is 24.6.