Question 1014 • Crowley Credit Recovery Algebra II B
The more people living in an area, the more likely it is that public buses will be used. City A has a population of 51,242 and covers an area of 89.22 mi2. City B has a population of 50,178 and covers an area of 8.12 mi2.Which statement about use of public buses in the cities is most likely true?
Answer
A
The residents of City A are more likely to use public buses because their city has a greater population density.
B
The residents of City B are more likely to use public buses because their city has a greater population density.
C
The residents of both cities are equally likely to use public buses because both population densities are about the same.
D
The residents of both cities are unlikely to use public buses because both population densities are too high.
Explanation
Population density is population divided by land area. City A’s density is about 51,242 ÷ 89.22 ≈ 574 people per square mile, while City B’s is about 50,178 ÷ 8.12 ≈ 6,180 people per square mile. Since City B has the greater population density, its residents are more likely to use public buses.
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