Question

The table below compares the cost of living in New York and Los Angles, with the number representing percentages of national average.

If the national average for a gallon of gas is $2.74, how much should you expect to pay for gas in New York versus Los Angles.

Answer 1

3.29/2.96

Explanation:

Answer 2

The correct option for the answer is C.) $3.29 / $2.96

Explanation:

i) national average for a gallon of gas = $2.74

ii) for transportation New York is 1.2 times the National average

therefore one gallon of gas in New York will cost = 1.2
`*` $2.74 = $3.29

iii)for transportation Los Angeles is 1.08 times the National average

therefore one gallon of gas in New York will cost = 1.08
`*` $2.74 = $2.96

Therefore you should expect to pay for gas in New York versus Los Angeles C.) $3.29 / $2.96