Question

In the summer, water consumption is known to decrease overall by 25%. A Water Board
states that in the summer household consumption decreases by 20%, while other consumption
increases by 70%
Which of the following statements is correct?
(A) The ratio of household to other consumption is 8/17
B) The ratio of household to other consumption is 1/17
C) The ratio of household to other consumption is 1778
D) There are errors in the official's statement.​

Answer 1

Answer:

In the summer, water consumption is known to decrease overall by 25%. A water Board official states that in the summer household consumption decreases by 20% while other consumption increases by 70%. Which of the following statements is correct?

(A) The ratio of household to other consumption is 8/17

(B) The ratio of household to other consumption is 1/17

(C) The ratio of household to other consumption is 17/8

(D) There are errors in the officials statement.