1.  The sales have increase by nearly 55% from 1995 to 2000 in the case of?

A. Lipsticks
B. Nail enamels
C. Talcum powders
D. Shampoos
E. Conditioners

Answer: Option D

Explanation:

The percentage increase from 1995 to 2000 for various products are:

Lipsticks =[(48.17 - 20.15)x 100]
20.15

= 139.06%.
Nail enamels =[(37.76 - 5.93)x 100]%.
5.93

 = 536.76%
Talcum powders =[(29.14 - 14.97)x 100]%
14.97

 = 94.66%.
Shampoos =[(12.21 - 7.88)x 100]
7.88

= 54.95% ~= 55%.
Conditioners =[(10.19 - 5.01)x 100]%
5.01
 = 103.39%.