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Consider the following graph where the prices of timber are given, for the period 1997-2003. The prices for plywood and sawn timber are given in Rs. 1 ton while the price of logs is given in Rs per cubic meter. Assume 1 ton is equal to 1,000 kg and one cubic meter of Log weighs 800 kg.The graph shows The prices of timber from the period 1997-2003. The prices for plywood and sawn timber are given in Rs. 1 ton while the price of logs is given in Rs per cubic meter.

Question: 1

Which product had the largest percentage increase in price per cubic meter over the 7-year period?

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  • Sawn timber
  • Logs
  • Plywood
  • Cannot be determined
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The Correct Option is B

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The correct option is (B): Logs
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Question: 2

The maximum increase in price per cubic metre for any product over any two successive years was

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  • Rs 2,500
  • Rs 3,125
  • Rs 2,000
  • Rs 4,125
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The Correct Option is A

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The correct option is (A): Rs 2,500
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Question: 3

In 2003, the total sales of the company measured in cubic metres was made up of 40% plywood, 30% sawn timber and 30% logs.
The average realisation per cubic metre in 2003 was closest to

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  • Rs 16,500
  • Rs 13,500
  • Rs 15,000
  • Rs 18,000
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The Correct Option is C

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The correct option is (C): Rs 15,000
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Question: 4

In 2004, the prices of plywood, sawn timber and logs went up by 5%, 1% and 10%, respectively, and the total sales were made up of 40% plywood, 30% sawn timber and 30% logs. The average realisation per cubic metre in 2004 was closest to

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  • Rs 15,500
  • Rs 16,500
  • Rs 14,500
  • Rs 18,500
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The Correct Option is B

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The correct option is (B): Rs 16,500
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