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The pie chart shows how electricity was generated in a region in 2025.

A pie chart representing the electricity generation mix of a region in 2025.

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Which two energy resources generated the least electricity in 2025?

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b.

Estimate the percentage of electricity generated using hydroelectric power in 2025.

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c.

From 2025 to 2026, the percentage of electricity generated using solar power changed from 4.6% to 5.1%.

Calculate the percentage change in the use of solar power. Use the equation:

percentage change=new value−old valueold value×100% \text{percentage change} = \frac{\text{new value} - \text{old value}}{\text{old value}} \times 100\% percentage change=old valuenew value−old value​×100%

Give your answer to 1 decimal place.

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