In the summer, water consumption is known to decrease overall by 25%. A Water Board official states that in the summer household consumption decreases by 20%, while other consumption increases by 70%. Which of the following statements is correct?

The ratio of household to other consumption is 8/17

The ratio of household to other consumption is 1/17

The ratio of household to other consumption is 17/8

There are errors in the official's statement.

In the summer, water consumption is known to decrease overall by 25%.

1.	In the summer, water consumption is known to decrease overall by 25%. A Water Board official states that in the summer household consumption decreases by 20%, while other consumption increases by 70%. Which of the following statements is correct?
A.	The ratio of household to other consumption is 8/17
B.	The ratio of household to other consumption is 1/17
C.	The ratio of household to other consumption is 17/8
D.	There are errors in the official's statement.
Answer» E.

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