📊 GMAT Exam Prep

The line graph below displays the annual revenue (solid line) and operating expenses (dashed line) for 'Tech Innovations Inc.' from 2015 to 2020. In which year was the company's *profit margin* (Revenue - Expenses) the greatest?

A 2016
B 2017
C 2018
D 2019

✓ Correct Answer: Option C

Estimate the difference between revenue and expenses for each year. 2018 shows the largest vertical gap between the solid (revenue) and dashed (expenses) lines, indicating the greatest profit margin.

💡 Why is C) the correct answer?

The correct answer to the question "The line graph below displays the annual revenue (solid line) and operating expenses (dashed line) for 'Tech Innovations Inc.' from 2015 to 2020. In which year was the company's *profit margin* (Revenue - Expenses) the greatest?" is Option C: 2018.

The other options — A) 2016, B) 2017, D) 2019 — are incorrect for this GMAT Exam Prep question. As explained above: Estimate the difference between revenue and expenses for each year. 2018 shows the largest vertical gap between the solid (revenue) and dashed (expenses) lines, indicating the greatest profit margin.

📚 About This GMAT Exam Prep Practice Question

This 2-level GMAT Exam Prep question from the Integrated Reasoning topic is part of BrainForge Quiz's free exam preparation library. Each question includes the correct answer and a detailed explanation to help you understand the underlying concept, not just memorize the answer.

How to use this page: Read the question above, consider all four options (A through D), then check the highlighted correct answer and explanation. For active timed practice, start a free GMAT Exam Prep practice test or use flashcards for spaced repetition review.

Related GMAT Exam Prep Questions