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    Question

    In a town of 5000 inhabitants, 75% are males, and 20% of

    them are literate. If 25% of the total population is literate, what percentage of the female population is illiterate?
    A 45% Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 85% Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 60% Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 75% Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    ATQ, Number of illiterate males = 0.75 × 0.8 × 5000 = 3000 Number of illiterate females = (0.75 × 5000) – 3000 = 750 Total number of females = 0.25 × 5000 = 1250 Required percentage = (750/1250) × 100 = 60%

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