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KPSC KAS 2017 · Question 182 of 200

The graph shows GDP (in crores of Rs.) for two regions A (solid line) and B (dashed line) for the years 2008 to 2014. Region B's line starts slightly below region A's, the two lines cross around 2011–2012, and region B's line rises more steeply than region A's after the crossing. The following graph represents the GDP (Gross Domestic Product) in crores of rupees for 2 regions A and B : GDP (in crores of ) for two Regions A and B For the figure, which of the following statements is most appropriate ?

Mental Ability

  1. AThe rate of growth for region B is greater than region A before the year 2011 and is lower afterwards.
  2. BThe growth rate for region B is lower compared to region A before the year 2011 and is greater afterwards.
  3. CFrom the figure it is difficult to draw any conclusion.
  4. DThe rate of growth of GDP for region B is always greater than region A.Correct

Answer: D. The rate of growth of GDP for region B is always greater than region A.

Explanation

Region B's (dashed) line rises more slowly than region A's (solid) before 2011 and more steeply afterwards — B's growth rate is lower before 2011 and greater afterwards.

Source: KPSC Gazetted Probationers Prelims 2017, Paper-II (General Studies, subject code 262), Series A

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