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In 1976, there were approximately 1,000 gray wolves in northern (May 2023 U.S.)
In 1976, there were approximately 1,000 gray wolves in northern Minnesota.
The number of gray wolves in northern Minnesota in 2008 was 190% greater than in 1976.
Approximately how many gray wolves were in northern Minnesota in 2008?
A. 1,190
B. 1,900
C. 2,900
D. 19,000
Solution
Correct answer: C. 2,900.
To solve this problem, we need to find the number of gray wolves in northern Minnesota in 2008 based on the given information.
Given information:
In 1976, there were approximately 1,000 gray wolves in northern Minnesota.
The number of gray wolves in northern Minnesota in 2008 was 190% greater than in 1976.
To find the number of gray wolves in 2008, we need to calculate the increase from 1976 to 2008.
The increase in the number of gray wolves from 1976 to 2008 is 190% of the 1976 value.
Increase = 1.9 × 1,000 = 1,900
Therefore, the number of gray wolves in northern Minnesota in 2008 is:
Number of gray wolves in 2008 = Number of gray wolves in 1976 + Increase
Number of gray wolves in 2008 = 1,000 + 1,900 = 2,900
Exam Edition: May 2023 U.S.
Exam Year: 2023
Related topics: Percentage Increase/Decrease, Numerical Reasoning