A Local Hospital Implemented a Program to Attempt to Reduce $\%$

question 46

Multiple Choice

A local hospital implemented a program to attempt to reduce the number of unnecessary visits to the emergency room. Prior to the implementation, there was an average of 568 visits and after the program began, there was an average of 470 visits per month. What percent decrease does this represent? Round to the nearest tenth.

• A) 20.8 \(\%\)
• B) 19.3 \(\%\)
• C) 17.3 \(\%\)
• D) 16.3 \(\%\)
• E) 14.7 \(\%\)

---

Definitions:

Sensorimotor

A developmental stage in young children identified by Piaget, where they learn to perceive the world and control their movements through sensory and motor activity.

Cognitive Development

Refers to the process by which a child learns to reason, solve problems, and adapt to the environment, heavily influenced by Jean Piaget's theories.

Motor Abilities

The capacity of an individual to perform movements of the muscles with optimum speed, strength, and accuracy.

Environment

The sum of all external conditions and influences affecting the life and development of an organism or population.