Question

Calculate the percent change in estimated life expectancy for the African American female from 2001 to 2002, correct to nearest thousands place

Answer 1

0.132%

Explanation:

In 2001, the life expectancy for African American female is 75.5. In 2002, the life expectancy for African American female is 75.6.

Therefore, the change in the life expectancy for African American female from 2001 to 2002 is (75.6 - 75.5) = 0.1

Therefore, the percent change in estimated life expectancy for the African American female between the given period will be
`(0.1)/(75.5) * 100\% = 0.132\%` (Answer)