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The following table shows (i) the percentage distribution of total number of products P and Q produced by six companies A-F. (ii) the ratio of P to Q, and (iii) the percentage sale of P and Q. Total number of products P and Q produced by these companies is 8 lakhs. Based on the data in the table answer the questions:

Company-wise distribution and sale of products

CompanyDistribution (%) of P and QRatioSale (%)
PQPQ
A24%5365%62%
B18%5456%78%
C15%2372%66%
D28%3475%60%
E7%4364%55%
F8%3250%48%

What is the difference between the sale of number of products P and products Q by company E?

The correct answer is

7280

Analyzing Product Sales Difference for Company E

The question asks us to calculate the difference between the number of products P and products Q sold by company E, using the data provided in the table. The total production of products P and Q across all six companies (A to F) is given as 8 lakhs, which is \(8,00,000\).

Understanding Company E's Data

From the table, we extract the relevant information for Company E:

  • Percentage distribution of Total P and Q: 7%
  • Ratio of P to Q: 4:3
  • Percentage Sale of P: 64%
  • Percentage Sale of Q: 55%

Step-by-Step Calculation

1. Calculate Total Production by Company E

Company E's share of the total production of 8,00,000 is 7%.

\[ \text{Total Production by E} = 7\% \text{ of } 8,00,000 \] \[ = \frac{7}{100} \times 8,00,000 = 0.07 \times 8,00,000 = 56,000 \]

So, company E produced a total of 56,000 products (P and Q combined).

2. Calculate Production of P and Q Individually by Company E

The ratio of P to Q production for company E is 4:3. The total parts in this ratio are \(4 + 3 = 7\).

To find the number of P produced:

\[ \text{Production of P by E} = \frac{4}{7} \times \text{Total Production by E} \] \[ = \frac{4}{7} \times 56,000 = 4 \times \left(\frac{56,000}{7}\right) = 4 \times 8,000 = 32,000 \]

To find the number of Q produced:

\[ \text{Production of Q by E} = \frac{3}{7} \times \text{Total Production by E} \] \[ = \frac{3}{7} \times 56,000 = 3 \times \left(\frac{56,000}{7}\right) = 3 \times 8,000 = 24,000 \]

Thus, company E produced 32,000 units of product P and 24,000 units of product Q.

3. Calculate Number of Products P Sold by Company E

Company E sold 64% of the product P it produced.

\[ \text{Number of P Sold by E} = 64\% \text{ of Production of P by E} \] \[ = \frac{64}{100} \times 32,000 = 0.64 \times 32,000 = 20,480 \]

Company E sold 20,480 units of product P.

4. Calculate Number of Products Q Sold by Company E

Company E sold 55% of the product Q it produced.

\[ \text{Number of Q Sold by E} = 55\% \text{ of Production of Q by E} \] \[ = \frac{55}{100} \times 24,000 = 0.55 \times 24,000 = 13,200 \]

Company E sold 13,200 units of product Q.

5. Calculate the Difference in Sales (P vs Q) for Company E

We need to find the difference between the number of products P sold and products Q sold by company E.

\[ \text{Difference} = \text{Number of P Sold by E} - \text{Number of Q Sold by E} \] \[ = 20,480 - 13,200 = 7,280 \]

The difference in the sale of products P and Q by company E is 7,280.

Summary of Calculations for Company E's Sales Difference

Metric Value Explanation/Calculation
Total Production (P+Q) by E 56,000 7% of 8,00,000
Production of P by E 32,000 (4/7) of 56,000
Production of Q by E 24,000 (3/7) of 56,000
Number of P Sold by E 20,480 64% of 32,000
Number of Q Sold by E 13,200 55% of 24,000
Difference in Sales (P - Q) 7,280 20,480 - 13,200

Revision Table: Key Data Interpretation Skills

Skill Importance in this Problem Application
Percentage Calculation Converting percentages to actual numbers (total production, sales). Used to find production by E and sold units of P and Q.
Ratio Analysis Dividing a total quantity based on a given ratio. Used to find individual production of P and Q from their combined total.
Table Reading Extracting correct percentages and ratios for Company E. Foundation for all calculations.
Arithmetic Operations Performing multiplication, division, and subtraction accurately. Carrying out all steps of the calculation process.

Additional Information: Insights from Business Data

Data tables like this provide valuable insights into a company's operations. By breaking down total production by company and product type, and then looking at sales rates, we can understand efficiency and market reach.

  • A high sales percentage for a product generally indicates strong demand or effective sales strategies.
  • Comparing sales percentages between products (like P and Q for company E) can highlight which product is performing better in terms of sales volume relative to its production.
  • Understanding the total production distribution helps in seeing the contribution of each company to the overall output.

These types of calculations are fundamental in business analysis, market research, and financial reporting to assess performance and make informed decisions.

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    Study the table and answer the question:

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    North

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    Source

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    29000

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    Arrears

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    5000

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    775

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