Question

read the problem. 10% of the students at harris middle school are on the yearbook committee. if 30 students are on the yearbook committee, how many students are at harris middle school? pick the model that represents the problem. two bar models with percentages and numbers how many students are at harris middle school? blank students

Explanation:

Step1: Define total students variable

Let $x$ = total number of students at the school.

Step2: Set up percentage equation

$10\% \times x = 30$, or $0.1x = 30$

Step3: Solve for total students

$x = \frac{30}{0.1}$

Step4: Verify correct model

The first model has 10% corresponding to 30, which matches the problem.

Answer:

300 students
Correct model: The top (purple) bar model where 10% aligns with 30.