Q. In a class, 40% of the students are girls. If the number of girls increases by 25% while the number of boys remains unchanged, what percentage of the class are girls now?
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Correct Answer: (C)
45.45%
Explanation: Assume 100 students: Girls = 40, Boys = 60. New girls = 50, Total = 110. Percentage = (50/110) × 100 = 45.45%.
Explanation by: Mr. Dubey
Assume 100 students: Girls = 40, Boys = 60. New girls = 50, Total = 110. Percentage = (50/110) × 100 = 45.45%.