A survey found that 15 out of 100 people have blue eyes.

On the basis of this survey, how many people in a group of 5000 are likely to have blue eyes?
A) 75
B) 150
C) 750
D) 1500

Question

A survey found that 15 out of 100 people have blue eyes.
 
On the basis of this survey, how many people in a group of 5000 are likely to have blue eyes?
A) 75
B) 150
C) 750
D) 1500

anonymous · Answer

15/100 = x /5000  [Set up as a ratio, sorry can't figure out the equation device on here!]
.15 = x/5000
.15(5000) = x
750 = x
C is your answer.

anonymous · Answer

@Bribear thank you so much! your awesome my friend!!!! :)

anonymous · Answer

You're very welcome ^^