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A group of 400 town residents is asked to attend a town hall meeting. Of the 400 residents asked to attend 36 were able to attend. What percentage of the town residents were able to attend? A. 1.1% B.
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A group of 400 town residents is asked to attend a town hall meeting. Of the 400 residents asked to attend 36 were able to attend. What percentage of the town residents were able to attend?

A. 1.1%
B. 90%
C. 11%
D. 9%

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We have to find the percentage ratio of two numbers. It is
(36)/(400)*100 = 9%. And the correct answer is D).

Alternatively, by setting up a ratio, we can write that If
400_____100%
36_____x
And x=9%
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