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)
Responses
31%
31%
30.5%
30.5%
62%
62%
31.5%
30.5%
To calculate the percentage of people who prefer cashew nuts, we add the number of people who prefer cashew nuts in both samples together: 63 (from Sample 1) + 61 (from Sample 2) = 124.
Then, we divide this total by the combined number of people in both samples who were surveyed about their favorite nuts: 200 (from Sample 1) + 200 (from Sample 2) = 400.
Finally, we multiply this fraction by 100 to find the percentage: (124/400) x 100 = 31%.
Therefore, the percentage of people who prefer cashew nuts is 31%.