Question

From 1800 to 2002, what percent of all persons executed in the United States were African Americans, even though they comprised only about 11 percent of the population?

a) 24.5%
b) 35.8%
c) 43.2%
d) 55.6%

Answer 1

The percentage of African Americans executed in the United States from 1800 to 2002 cannot be determined with the given information.

Step-by-step explanation:

The correct answer is c) 43.2%.

To calculate the percentage of African Americans executed from 1800 to 2002, we need to compare the number of African Americans executed to the total number of executions during that time period. Unfortunately, the given information does not provide the exact number of African Americans executed. Therefore, we cannot calculate the exact percentage.

However, based on the provided options, the closest answer is option c) 43.2%. Please note that without specific data regarding the number of African Americans executed, we cannot provide an exact answer.