CAT 2000 — DILR Question 26
Answer the following question based on the information given below.
The figures below present annual growth rate, expressed as the % change relative to the previous year, in four sectors of the economy of the Republic of Reposia during the 9 year period from 1990 to 1998. Assume that the index of production for each of the four sectors is set at 100 in 1989. Further, the four sectors manufacturing, mining and quarrying, electricity, and chemicals, respectively, constituted 20%. 15%. 10% and 15% of total industrial production in 1989.
When was the highest level of production in the manufacturing sector achieved during the nine year period 1990-1998?
Answer & solution
1998
- B
1995
- C
1990
- D
Cannot be determined
As the production is continuously increasing except for one year, the highest production has to be in the year 1998.
Hence, option (a).