Question

In the U.S., approximately 8.3% of the population has diabetes. Maryland's rate of diabetes for its residents is 12% higher than the national average. What is the rate of diabetes in the state of Maryland? *

Answer 1

9.30%

Explanation:

Given;

The average rate in the national average N = 8.3%

The average rate in Maryland R = 12% higher than national

R = N + 12% of N

R = N + 0.12N

R = 1.12N

R = 1.12 × 8.3%

R = 9.296%

R = 9.30%

Rate of diabetes in Maryland = 9.30%