Direction: The pie chart given here shows the breakup of the cost of construction of a house on various heads. Study the chart and answer the questions.
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The total expenditure incurred on bricks, steel and cement is what per cent of the total cost of construction?
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- 50%
- 54%
- 72%
- 75%
Correct Option: A
Corresponding angle on the expenditure on bricks, steel and cement
= 54 + 54 + 72 = 180°
∵ 360° ≡ 100%
∴ 180° ≡ | × 180 = 50% | 360 |