The American Dietetic Association reported that 31 out of every 100 people want to lose weight. If 384 students were surveyed at random in the student union, how many would want to lose weight?

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The American Dietetic Association reported that 31 out of every 100 people want to lose weight.  If 384 students were surveyed at random in the student union, how many would want to lose weight?

Ms. Sue · Answer

Use a proportion. Cross multiply and solve for x. 31/100 = x/384