Question

in a recent poll conducted by the avalanche high school student newspaper, 45% of respondents said they have performed community service. if the poll respondents are representative of the 1,300 students attending avalanche high school, how many students have performed community service? choose 1 answer: a 130 b 260 c 450 d 585

Explanation:

Step1: Convert percentage to decimal

To find \(45\%\) of \(1300\), first convert \(45\%\) to a decimal. \(45\%=\frac{45}{100} = 0.45\).

Step2: Calculate the number of students

Multiply the total number of students (\(1300\)) by the decimal equivalent of the percentage (\(0.45\)). So, \(1300\times0.45=(1000\times0.45)+(300\times0.45)=450 + 135=585\).

Answer:

D. \(585\)