Question

During 1984–85, how much more raw material than food was exported?

• A. Rs. 2580 crore
• B. Rs. 896 crore
• C. Rs. 1986 crore
• D. Rs. 1852 crore

Hint:

When ratios between categories are given, translate them into equations and use the total to solve step-by-step.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Step 1: Recall relation between manufactured articles (M) and raw material (R) in 1984–85
It is given: In 1984–85, value of M exceeds value of R by 100%.
That means: \( M = R + 100% \text{ of } R = 2R \).
Step 2: Express total exports in 1984–85
Total = Food + M + R.
From Q160: Food = Rs. 4928 crore.
M = \( 2R \).
Thus: \( 22400 = 4928 + 2R + R \)
\( 22400 = 4928 + 3R \).
Step 3: Solve for R
\( 3R = 22400 - 4928 = 17472 \).
\( R = \frac{17472}{3} = 5824 \) crore.
Step 4: Compare R with food
Difference = \( R - \text{Food} \)
= \( 5824 - 4928 = 896 \) crore.
Step 5: Cross-check
M = \( 2R = 11648 \). Total = \( 4928 + 11648 + 5824 = 22400 \) — matches given.
Thus, the answer is (b) Rs. 896 crore.