Question

a small town that encompasses 12 square miles has 3,000 residents. what is the population density of the small town in people per square mile?
○ 360
○ 25
○ 250
○ 36

Explanation:

Step1: Recall population density formula

Population density = $\frac{\text{Total population}}{\text{Total area}}$

Step2: Substitute values into formula

$\frac{3000}{12} = 250$

Answer:

C. 250