MAT Exam 2025 Paper

Concept:Percentage comparison is based on the reference value given after "than".Explanation:From the graph, rainfall in the equatorial zone in January is $1980 \ \mathrm{mm}$.Rainfall in the temperate zone in July is $1400 \ \mathrm{mm}$.The question asks: rainfall in equatorial zone in January is what percent more than rainfall in temperate zone in July.So, reference value $= 1400 \ \mathrm{mm}$.Difference $= 1980 - 1400 = 580 \ \mathrm{mm}$.Required percentage $= \dfrac{580}{1400} \times 100 = 41.42\%$.Answer:Option A: $41.42\%$