Question

Out of 1,000 students, 80 were asked by random sampling what color they would prefer for their first car. Their responses are shown in the table below.

Answer 1

175

Explanation:

To find a proportion, you need to put both parts over the total. You would put the part of silver (14) over the total (80) and the part you are trying to find (X) over the total number of students (1,000). Then you cross multiply 14 x 1,000 and divide by 80 giving you 175 silver cars.