Which of the Following Figures Most Closely Approximates the Percentage

question 113

Multiple Choice

Which of the following figures most closely approximates the percentage of high school seniors who have tried an illegal drug during the past year?

• A)15%
• B)23%
• C)41%
• D)67%

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