Comparing Populations

Question

In a survey, a group of middle school students were randomly chosen and asked whether they would attend the school dance. Of these students, 65% said yes. If 52 students responded yes, how many students were surveyed?

Answer 1

52 = 65% of the total, T

.65T = 52

T = 52/.65 = 5200/65 = 80 total students

.65 x 80 = 52