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A library counted books borrowed by two age groups in one week. Age group | Books Under 12 | 130 12 to 18 | 85 The under-12s borrowed ____

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

  1. A. 45 more books than the 12-to-18s.Correct
  2. B. 215 more books than the 12-to-18s.
  3. C. 45 fewer books than the 12-to-18s.
  4. D. the same number of books as the 12-to-18s.

Answer: A. 45 more books than the 12-to-18s.

130 − 85 = 45.

Why the other answers are wrong

B. 215 more books than the 12-to-18s.
215 is the total, not the difference.
C. 45 fewer books than the 12-to-18s.
Reversed.
D. the same number of books as the 12-to-18s.
The figures differ.

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