Suppose that in 2010, Alexandria consumed 205,000 tons of sugar. In 2011, sugar consumption rose to 245,000 tons. Calculate the percentage change in sugar consumption.
A) 19.51%
B) 26.33%
C) 11.95%
D) 8.37%

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The percentage change in sugar consumption is calculated as ((245,000 - 205,000) / 205,000) * 100 = (40,000 / 205,000) * 100 = 19.51%.

Suppose That in 2010, Alexandria Consumed 205,000 Tons of Sugar