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Table 1 shows state-wise foreign investment (in crore) in 2022. Table 2 shows the percentage distribution of each state's investment across sectors.

StateForeign Investment (in crore)
Rajasthan3120
Madhya Pradesh3560
Gujarat3940
Tamil Nadu1380
Andhra Pradesh1460
Delhi1660
Haryana3880
DefenseTelecomInsurancePharmaceuticalsConstructionOthers
25.6%13.5%18.5%8.5%14.4%19.5%

The foreign investment in the pharmaceutical sector in AP is approximately what percentage less than the foreign investment in the telecom sector in Delhi?

A47.6
B44.6 ✓ Correct
C49.6
D45.8
Correct answer: (B) 44.6
Explanation

AP pharmaceuticals is 1460 times 8.5% = 124.1; Delhi telecom is 1660 times 13.5% = 224.1; the shortfall is (224.1 minus 124.1) over 224.1, about 44.6%. Hence option B.

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