The table shows the production of different types of cars (in thousands). Cars/Year 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 A 30 35 48 45 56 B 42 48 40 38 56 C 48 36 38 35 44 D 51 24 30 46 54 E 20 42 40 35 43   The total production of type B cars in 2012, 2014 and 2015 taken together is approximately what percent more than the total production of type A cars in 2013 and 2016 taken together?

The table shows the production of different types of cars (in thousands). Cars/Year 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 A 30 35 48 45 56 B 42 48 40 38 56 C 48 36 38 35 44 D 51 24 30 46 54 E 20 42 40 35 43   The total production of type B cars in 2012, 2014 and 2015 taken together is approximately what percent more than the total production of type A cars in 2013 and 2016 taken together? Correct Answer 31.9%

Production of type B cars in 2012, 2014 and 2015 = 42 + 40 + 38 = 120 thousands

Production of type A cars in 2013 and 2016 = 35 + 56 = 91 thousands

⇒ Required percentage = × 100 = 31.9% (Approx)

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