Question

In 2015 what is the difference between the amount of PDS supply and that used in export ?

• A. 53000 tonnes
• B. 56000 tonnes
• C. 54500 tonnes
• D. 52500 tonnes

Hint:

Always convert graph values into actual numbers (thousand tonnes → tonnes) before applying percentages.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

Step 1: Find total production in 2015 From the graph, in 2015: 
Rice = 300 
Wheat = 150 
Pulses = 250 
Maize = 350 
Total = \( 300 + 150 + 250 + 350 = 1050 \) thousand tonnes = \( 1050000 \) tonnes. 

Step 2: Percentage distribution in 2015 From the table: 
Export = 15% of production, 
PDS supply = 20% of production. 

Step 3: Calculate quantities Export = \( 15\% \times 1050000 = 157500 \) tonnes. 
PDS supply = \( 20\% \times 1050000 = 210000 \) tonnes. 

Step 4: Find difference Difference = \( 210000 - 157500 = 52500 \) tonnes. \[ \boxed{52500 \text{ tonnes}} \] 

Correction: the closest correct option is (d)