Mental Maths Class 5 Comparing Quantities

Asked by AKSHAY GURU VARADHARAJAN · SRI CHAITANYA TECHNO SCHOOL, JAYANTI NAGAR.

In a small village of 400 people, 85% have access to clean sanitation. How many people still need better sanitation facilities?

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A 40 people
B 60 people
C 85 people
D 340 people

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Answer: B. 60 people

Explanation: If 85% have access, then 15% do not (100% - 85%). 10% of 400 is 40. 5% is half of that (20). Adding them together: 40 + 20 = 60

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In a small village of 400 people, 85% have access to clean sanitation. How many people still need better sanitation facilities?

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