The following table shows the number of students (Boys and Girls) and the percentage of girls who passed in a 10+2 examination from six different schools (A-F) in the year 2023 and 2024. Based on the data in the table, answer the questions that follow.
School-wise Details of Students Passing in a 10+2 examination
| School | 2023 Number of Passed Students | 2023 Percentage of Passed Girls | 2024 Number of Passed Students | 2024 Percentage of Passed Girls |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | 500 | 46% | 550 | 44% |
| B | 600 | 42% | 640 | 40% |
| C | 650 | 56% | 560 | 45% |
| D | 720 | 60% | 800 | 48% |
| E | 600 | 54% | 840 | 55% |
| F | 650 | 50% | 750 | 36% |
For School F, the number of boys who passed in the year 2024 is approximately ______ % more than that in 2023.
A42.5
B47.7 ✓ Correct
C52.8
D57.5
Correct answer: (B) 47.7
Explanation
School F boys in 2023 are 650 times 0.50, that is 325, and in 2024 are 750 times 0.64, that is 480. The increase is 480 minus 325, which is 155. As a percentage of 325 this is 155 divided by 325 times 100, about 47.7.
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