SSAT Math Question 131: Answer and Explanation

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Question: 131

7. In a certain boys' camp, 30% of the boys are from New York State and 20% of these are from New York City. What percent of the boys in the camp are from New York City?

  • A. 60%
  • B. 50%
  • C. 33%
  • D. 10%

Correct Answer: E

Explanation:

The correct answer is (E). Thirty percent of the boys are from New York State, and 20% of them (0.20 of them) are from New York City. Therefore, 6% (0.20 × 0.30) of the boys in the camp are from New York City.

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