In Town X, 72 percent of the population are employed, and 36 percent of the population are employed males. What percent of the employed people in Town X are females? Choices:
A) 16%
B) 25%
C) 32%
D) 40%
E) 50%
Total employed people 72%, out of which 36 are employed males, hence 36% are employed females.   (employed females)/(total employed people)=36/72=1/2=50%   Answer: 50%.
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In Town X, 72 percent of the population are employed, and 36 percent of the population are employed males. What percent of the employed people in Town X are females?