Direction: The following bar diagram shows the percentage of Hindus, Sikhs and Muslims in a state during the years from 2004 to 2007. Examine the bar diagram and answer the following questions.
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If the total population of the state in 2004 was 5 lakhs, then the Hindu and Muslim population in that year was
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- 200000
- 275000
- 250000
- 225000
Correct Option: B
From the given bar diagram , we see
Total population of the state in 2004 = 5 lakhs
Total percent of Hindu and Muslim population of the state in 2004 = 30 + 25 = 55%
Total ( Hindus + Muslims ) population in 2004 = 55% of 5 lakhs
Hindus + Muslims = | = 275000 | 100 |