To determine the number of seventh graders who prefer bananas, we need to analyze the given table.
The columns represent fruit preferences (Apples, Bananas, Oranges), and the rows represent the grades (7th graders and 8th graders). The total number of 7th graders is given as 120. The total number of students who prefer bananas (from both grades) is 35 (8th graders) + the unknown number of 7th graders who prefer bananas.
We also know from the total column that:
- The total number of students who prefer bananas is missing for 7th graders, so we can calculate it using the totals provided.
Given that the total number of bananas is 72:
- \( 35 (8th graders) + x (7th graders) = 72 \)
Solving for \( x \): \[ x = 72 - 35 \] \[ x = 37 \]
So, the total number of seventh graders who prefer bananas is 37.
However, since this specific response is not provided in the options, I realize that I may need to reassess based on the context of the available answers.
However, as per the current data, the number of seventh graders who prefer bananas does not match any of the provided options: 25, 69, 86, or 51. Please clarify if there are additional details or corrections regarding the numbers given in the table.