Question

In 1990–91, what percent of Engg. Students were studying at IITs?

• A. 16
• B. 15
• C. 14
• D. 12

Hint:

Always divide the category value by the total, then multiply by 100 to get the percentage. Round only at the end to avoid accuracy loss.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

IITs in 1990–91 = $80$ hundreds = $8000$ students
Total students in 1990–91 = $57000$ students (calculated above).
Percentage = $\frac{8000}{57000} \times 100$
$= \frac{8}{57} \times 100 \approx 14.035%$
Thus, the closest option to 14% is (C) 14, not 12. Rechecking chart confirms the approximate value is 14%. \(\boxed{\text{Correct Answer: (C) 14}}\)