Comprehension

The table shows the number of female children born in rural and urban areas of 4 different states (A to D) from 2020 to 2024.
Tabular Representation:

YearABCD
RuralUrbanRuralUrbanRuralUrbanRuralUrban
20207009254958259059101090965
2021825101160084591090212301030
2022910112564585493790011601370
202310031210765950111089013401290
202412001315630980120088512501100


Mathematical Representation (Optional):
Let \( F_{s,y,t} \) denote number of female children in state \( s \), year \( y \), type \( t \) (Rural/Urban).
Then the dataset is structured as a matrix of values across years and states.
 

Question: 1

Which state recorded the highest number of female children born in the year 2024?

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In data tables, ensure you combine sub-categories (like Rural and Urban) unless only one is specified.
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  • A
  • B
  • C
  • D
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The Correct Option is A

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Question: 2

In the year 2024, which state had the largest difference in the number of female children born between its rural and urban areas?

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"Difference" refers to the subtraction of the smaller value from the larger value.
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  • A
  • B
  • C
  • D
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The Correct Option is B

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Question: 3

What was the percentage increase in the female child born in state C from the year 2023 to 2024?

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Always use the older year's total as the denominator for percentage increase.
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  • 3.75%
  • 4.25%
  • 5.50%
  • 7.25%
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The Correct Option is B

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Question: 4

Which is the only state which recorded continuous fall in the number of female children born in its urban area over the last 5 consecutive years?

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"Continuous fall" means the value must decrease every single year without exception.
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  • A
  • B
  • C
  • D
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The Correct Option is C

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