Question

the information in the table was compiled from a survey of state park users participation in various outdoor activities. note that the table is in thousands. if a number on the table is 5.2, that means 5,200 people. refer to the above participation of state park users table. which age group had the highest percentage of its members participating in hiking? a. 30 - 45 b. 46 - 60 c. 60+ d. 18 - 29

Explanation:

Step1: Calculate percentage for 18 - 29

$\frac{8.1}{25.1}\times100\approx32.3\%$

Step2: Calculate percentage for 30 - 45

$\frac{8.2}{31.5}\times100\approx26.0\%$

Step3: Calculate percentage for 46 - 60

$\frac{4.6}{20.7}\times100\approx22.2\%$

Step4: Calculate percentage for 60+

$\frac{5.7}{21.0}\times100\approx27.1\%$

Answer:

D. 18 - 29