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2. The German Shepard actually weighs 28 pounds. Lisa thought the

dog weighed 44 pounds. What is the percent error?

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Answer:

Lisa's percentage of error regarding the weight of the dog was 57.14%.

Explanation:

Given that the German Shepard actually weighs 28 pounds, but Lisa thought the dog weighed 44 pounds, to determine what is the percent error the following calculation must be performed:

28 = 100

44 = X

(44 x 100) / 28 = X

4,400 / 28 = X

157.14 = X

157.14 - 100 = 57.14

Thus, Lisa's percentage of error regarding the weight of the dog was 57.14%.

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