On January 1, 2013, a Police Department Implemented Tougher Patrols

question 29

Multiple Choice

On January 1, 2013, a police department implemented tougher patrols for drunk driving. The number of drunk driving fatalities in the jurisdiction was 32 in 2012, and 23 in 2013. By what percentage did the new patrols reduce fatalities?

• A) 25%
• B) 28%
• C) 39%
• D) 42%

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