Which of the Following Is a Reasonable Estimate of the Number

question 20

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a reasonable estimate of the number of characters (typed letters or numbers) in a 609 page book? Assume an average of 194 words/page and a reasonable average number of letters/word.

• A) 5 × 10⁵ char
• B) 5 × 10⁷ char
• C) 5 × 10⁶ char
• D) 5 × 10⁴ char

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Definitions:

Cigarettes

Narrow cylinders of finely cut tobacco rolled in paper for smoking, containing nicotine which is addictive.

Stop Smoking

The process of quitting the habit of smoking tobacco products.

Budget

An itemized summary of estimated or intended expenditures for a given period along with proposals for financing them.

Income

Money received, especially on a regular basis, for work or through investments.