What was the percentage growth of renewable energy in Germany between 2015 and 2020, if in 2015 the percentage was 32.5% and in 2020 it reached 41.2%?
option_A: 20.6%
option_B: 26.7%
option_C: 8.7%
option_D: 12.4%
option_E: None of the above
explanation: To calculate the percentage growth, we use the formula: ((Final Value - Initial Value) / Initial Value) * 100. In this case: ((41.2 - 32.5) / 32.5) * 100 = (8.7 / 32.5) * 100 = 26.7%. Option B represents the confusion between percentage and absolute value, option C is the absolute value without converting it to a percentage, option D is an incorrect calculation of the difference, and option E is incorrect.
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