Question 10 of 15 • FL-1207350-Mathematics for College Liberal Arts
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.