What was the approximate percent drop in the sales of pep-up in 1990 over its sale in 1989?

A. 5

B. 14

C. 12

D. 20

Answer: Option B

Solution(By Examveda Team)

Sales of pep up:
Year 1989 = 35 lakh bottles
Year 1990 = 30 lakh bottles
∴ Required percent
$$\eqalign{ & = \frac{35 - 30}{35} \times 100 \cr & = \frac{100}{7} \cr & = 14.28 \approx 14 \cr} $$