In 1970 there were 8,902 women stockbrokers in the United States. By 1978 the number had increased to 19,947. Approximately what was the percent increase?
A. 45
B. 125
C. 145
D. 150
E. 225
সঠিক উত্তরঃ
B.
125
Explanation:
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