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Pupils passing a mathematics exam, 2024 School | Pupils entered | Passed North | 200 | 150 South | 80 | 68 A reporter argues that although North had far more passes, ____

Which choice most effectively uses data from the table to complete the statement?

  1. A. South's pass rate was higher, 85 percent against North's 75 percent.Correct
  2. B. North entered 200 pupils.
  3. C. South had 68 passes.
  4. D. North had 150 passes.

Answer: A. South's pass rate was higher, 85 percent against North's 75 percent.

Rates, not counts.

Why the other answers are wrong

B. North entered 200 pupils.
Entries alone.
C. South had 68 passes.
A count, no rate.
D. North had 150 passes.
Repeats North's lead.

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