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The population of a village decreased from 1,230 to 1,040 due to breakout of an ...

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?
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  • A 15.44%
  • B 15.43%
  • C 15.42%
  • D 15.45%
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
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%

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