The data from two random samples of 200 people regarding their favorite nuts is shown in
the following table.
Almond Pistachio Cashew Walnuts Total
Sample 1 40 62 63 35 200
Sample 2 43 64 61 32 200
Based on the two samples, what percentage of the people prefer cashew nuts?
(1 point)
31%
30.5%
31.5%
62%
To calculate the percentage of people who prefer cashew nuts, we need to add the number of people who prefer cashew nuts in each sample and divide by the total number of people in both samples.
In Sample 1, there are 63 people who prefer cashew nuts.
In Sample 2, there are 61 people who prefer cashew nuts.
Total number of people who prefer cashew nuts = 63 + 61 = 124
Total number of people in both samples = 200 + 200 = 400
Percentage of people who prefer cashew nuts = (124/400) * 100 = 31%
Therefore, the correct answer is:
31%