While the Number Has Declined,about What Percentage of 9th- to 12th-Grade

question 27

Multiple Choice

While the number has declined,about what percentage of 9th- to 12th-grade students reported bringing a weapon to school regularly?

• A)5
• B)11
• C)25
• D)33

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