Data Interpretation MCQ & Answers [PDF Download]
The following table shows the sales data (in thousands) of five different products across four quarters of a year:
| Product | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | 120 | 135 | 150 | 165 |
| B | 95 | 110 | 125 | 140 |
| C | 180 | 175 | 160 | 145 |
| D | 200 | 220 | 240 | 260 |
| E | 85 | 90 | 95 | 100 |
What is the percentage increase in total sales from Q1 to Q4?
A company's quarterly revenue data is shown below:
| Quarter | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q1 | ₹45 lakhs | ₹52 lakhs | ₹61 lakhs |
| Q2 | ₹48 lakhs | ₹55 lakhs | ₹64 lakhs |
| Q3 | ₹51 lakhs | ₹58 lakhs | ₹67 lakhs |
| Q4 | ₹54 lakhs | ₹61 lakhs | ₹70 lakhs |
In which year was the quarterly growth rate (Q4 compared to Q1) the highest?
The pie chart below represents the distribution of 1200 students across different subjects:
- Mathematics: 25%
- Science: 30%
- English: 20%
- History: 15%
- Geography: 10%
If 40% of Mathematics students and 60% of Science students are girls, what is the total number of girls in Mathematics and Science combined?
The following table shows the production and sales figures (in units) for a manufacturing company over 6 months:
| Month | Production | Sales | Closing Stock |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1500 | 1200 | 300 |
| Feb | 1600 | 1400 | 500 |
| Mar | 1450 | 1350 | 600 |
| Apr | 1700 | 1500 | 800 |
| May | 1550 | 1450 | 900 |
| Jun | 1800 | 1600 | 1100 |
What was the opening stock in January if the closing stock calculation is: Opening Stock + Production - Sales = Closing Stock?
A survey of 800 people about their preferred mode of transport yielded the following results:
| Transport Mode | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Car | 120 | 80 | 200 |
| Bus | 150 | 170 | 320 |
| Train | 80 | 100 | 180 |
| Bike | 70 | 30 | 100 |
What percentage of females prefer Bus as their mode of transport?
The following graph shows the profit margins (%) of five companies over three years:
| Company | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alpha Corp | 12% | 15% | 18% |
| Beta Ltd | 18% | 16% | 14% |
| Gamma Inc | 10% | 12% | 16% |
| Delta Co | 20% | 22% | 24% |
| Epsilon | 8% | 10% | 13% |
Which company showed the highest absolute improvement in profit margin from 2022 to 2024?
A retail chain has four stores with the following monthly sales data (in ₹ thousands):
| Store | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Store A | 450 | 520 | 480 | 550 | 600 | 620 |
| Store B | 380 | 420 | 440 | 460 | 480 | 500 |
| Store C | 520 | 510 | 490 | 470 | 450 | 430 |
| Store D | 300 | 350 | 400 | 450 | 500 | 550 |
Which store has the highest average monthly sales?
The following table shows the age distribution of employees in a company:
| Age Group | Number of Employees | Average Salary (₹ per month) |
|---|---|---|
| 20-30 | 45 | 35,000 |
| 31-40 | 60 | 55,000 |
| 41-50 | 35 | 75,000 |
| 51-60 | 20 | 85,000 |
What is the overall average salary of all employees in the company?
A company's expense breakdown for the financial year is as follows:
| Expense Category | Q1 (₹ lakhs) | Q2 (₹ lakhs) | Q3 (₹ lakhs) | Q4 (₹ lakhs) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Raw Materials | 150 | 165 | 180 | 195 |
| Labor | 80 | 85 | 90 | 95 |
| Utilities | 25 | 30 | 35 | 40 |
| Marketing | 40 | 45 | 50 | 55 |
| Others | 30 | 35 | 40 | 45 |
In which quarter did Raw Materials account for the highest percentage of total expenses?
The following data shows the market share (%) of smartphone brands in a country over three years:
| Brand | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Samsung | 28% | 26% | 24% |
| Apple | 22% | 24% | 26% |
| Xiaomi | 18% | 20% | 22% |
| OnePlus | 12% | 13% | 14% |
| Others | 20% | 17% | 14% |
If the total smartphone market size was 100 million units in 2022, 120 million units in 2023, and 150 million units in 2024, what was the absolute sales (in million units) of Xiaomi in 2024?
A bank's loan portfolio data for different sectors is shown below:
| Sector | Loan Amount (₹ crores) | Interest Rate (%) | Default Rate (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture | 250 | 8.5 | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 400 | 10.2 | 8 |
| Services | 300 | 11.5 | 5 |
| Retail | 180 | 14.0 | 15 |
| Real Estate | 220 | 12.8 | 18 |
What is the weighted average interest rate across all sectors?
The following table shows the population growth in five cities over a decade:
| City | 2014 Population (thousands) | 2024 Population (thousands) | Growth Rate (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mumbai | 12,500 | 15,600 | ? |
| Delhi | 11,800 | 16,800 | ? |
| Bangalore | 8,400 | 12,300 | ? |
| Chennai | 7,200 | 9,800 | ? |
| Hyderabad | 6,800 | 10,200 | ? |
Which city had the highest decadal growth rate?
A manufacturing company's production efficiency data is shown below:
| Department | Target Production (units/day) | Actual Production (units/day) | Working Days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assembly | 500 | 450 | 25 |
| Packaging | 600 | 580 | 24 |
| Quality Control | 400 | 420 | 26 |
| Finishing | 300 | 285 | 25 |
What is the overall efficiency percentage of the company for the month?
The following data represents the sales performance of a sales team over 6 months:
| Salesperson | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Target/Month |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alex | 85 | 90 | 95 | 100 | 105 | 110 | 90 |
| Bob | 75 | 80 | 85 | 90 | 95 | 100 | 80 |
| Carol | 120 | 115 | 110 | 105 | 100 | 95 | 110 |
| David | 65 | 70 | 75 | 80 | 85 | 90 | 70 |
Who consistently exceeded their monthly target for all 6 months?
A company's quarterly financial data is presented below:
| Quarter | Revenue (₹ crores) | Expenses (₹ crores) | Profit Margin (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q1 2024 | 150 | 120 | 20 |
| Q2 2024 | 180 | 135 | 25 |
| Q3 2024 | 200 | 150 | 25 |
| Q4 2024 | 220 | 165 | 25 |
In which quarter was the absolute profit (in ₹ crores) the highest?
The following table shows the distribution of students across different courses in a university:
| Course | Male Students | Female Students | Total Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engineering | 1,200 | 800 | 2,000 |
| Medicine | 600 | 900 | 1,500 |
| Arts | 400 | 600 | 1,000 |
| Commerce | 700 | 800 | 1,500 |
| Science | 500 | 700 | 1,200 |
What percentage of total university students are female students in Engineering and Medicine combined?
A retail store's monthly sales data for different product categories is shown:
| Product Category | Jan Sales (₹) | Feb Sales (₹) | Mar Sales (₹) | Avg Profit Margin (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electronics | 2,50,000 | 2,80,000 | 3,20,000 | 15 |
| Clothing | 1,80,000 | 2,00,000 | 2,20,000 | 40 |
| Books | 80,000 | 85,000 | 90,000 | 25 |
| Home & Garden | 1,20,000 | 1,35,000 | 1,50,000 | 30 |
Which product category generated the highest profit in March?
The following table shows the export data of a country across different regions:
| Region | 2022 Exports ($ millions) | 2023 Exports ($ millions) | 2024 Exports ($ millions) |
|---|---|---|---|
| North America | 1,200 | 1,320 | 1,450 |
| Europe | 980 | 1,050 | 1,120 |
| Asia-Pacific | 1,500 | 1,650 | 1,800 |
| Middle East | 600 | 660 | 720 |
| Africa | 400 | 420 | 450 |
What was the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of exports to Asia-Pacific from 2022 to 2024?
A hospital's patient data for different departments over a week is shown:
| Department | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Avg Stay (days) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emergency | 45 | 52 | 48 | 55 | 60 | 65 | 42 | 1.2 |
| Surgery | 15 | 18 | 20 | 16 | 14 | 12 | 10 | 5.5 |
| Pediatrics | 25 | 28 | 30 | 32 | 35 | 30 | 20 | 3.2 |
| Cardiology | 8 | 10 | 12 | 9 | 11 | 8 | 6 | 4.8 |
Which department had the highest total patient-days for the week?
The following table shows the electricity consumption pattern of different industries:
| Industry | Peak Hours (MW) | Off-Peak Hours (MW) | Rate Peak (₹/MWh) | Rate Off-Peak (₹/MWh) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steel | 150 | 200 | 8,500 | 5,500 |
| Textiles | 80 | 120 | 8,500 | 5,500 |
| Chemicals | 120 | 180 | 8,500 | 5,500 |
| Cement | 100 | 140 | 8,500 | 5,500 |
Assuming 8 peak hours and 16 off-peak hours per day, which industry has the lowest daily electricity cost?
A university's research funding data across different faculties is presented:
| Faculty | Total Projects | Successful Projects | Average Funding (₹ lakhs) | Success Rate (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engineering | 120 | 84 | 15.5 | 70 |
| Medicine | 80 | 64 | 22.3 | 80 |
| Science | 100 | 75 | 18.7 | 75 |
| Arts | 60 | 42 | 8.2 | 70 |
| Commerce | 40 | 28 | 12.1 | 70 |
Which faculty received the highest total funding for successful projects?
The following table shows the performance metrics of different investment portfolios:
| Portfolio | Initial Investment (₹ lakhs) | Current Value (₹ lakhs) | Duration (years) | Annual Dividend (₹ lakhs) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Equity A | 50 | 75 | 3 | 2.5 |
| Equity B | 100 | 140 | 4 | 4.0 |
| Debt C | 80 | 95 | 2 | 6.0 |
| Hybrid D | 120 | 150 | 3 | 8.0 |
Which portfolio has the highest total return percentage (including dividends)?
A logistics company's delivery performance across different routes is shown:
| Route | Total Deliveries | On-Time Deliveries | Average Cost per Delivery (₹) | Distance (km) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Route A | 1,500 | 1,350 | 120 | 50 |
| Route B | 1,200 | 1,080 | 150 | 75 |
| Route C | 2,000 | 1,700 | 180 | 100 |
| Route D | 800 | 760 | 200 | 125 |
| Route E | 1,000 | 950 | 160 | 80 |
Which route has the best cost efficiency (lowest cost per kilometer per delivery)?
The following table shows the water consumption data for different sectors in a city:
| Sector | Daily Consumption (million liters) | Population Served (thousands) | Efficiency Rating (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residential | 450 | 1,200 | 75 |
| Commercial | 180 | - | 68 |
| Industrial | 320 | - | 82 |
| Agriculture | 520 | - | 55 |
| Public Utilities | 85 | 1,200 | 72 |
What is the per capita daily water consumption in the residential sector (in liters)?
A retail chain's quarterly performance data across different regions is presented:
| Region | Q1 Revenue (₹ crores) | Q2 Revenue (₹ crores) | Q3 Revenue (₹ crores) | Q4 Revenue (₹ crores) | Number of Stores |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North | 25 | 28 | 32 | 35 | 15 |
| South | 30 | 33 | 36 | 40 | 18 |
| East | 18 | 20 | 22 | 25 | 12 |
| West | 22 | 25 | 28 | 31 | 14 |
Which region has the highest revenue per store in Q4?
The following table shows the energy consumption pattern of a manufacturing facility:
| Energy Source | Jan (MWh) | Feb (MWh) | Mar (MWh) | Apr (MWh) | Cost per MWh (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grid Electricity | 1,200 | 1,100 | 1,000 | 900 | 8,500 |
| Solar Power | 300 | 350 | 400 | 450 | 3,200 |
| Wind Power | 150 | 180 | 200 | 220 | 4,100 |
| Diesel Generator | 100 | 80 | 60 | 40 | 12,000 |
What percentage of total energy cost savings was achieved in April compared to January?